If possible, the Heavy Knight Heroic Spirit would rather not conflict with such an existence, nor even have any interaction.

Thus, he revealed his presence from the beginning, showing an unwillingness to communicate, hoping the other party would bypass.

Although not very familiar with Sofia, having been neighbors for many years, they were somewhat acquainted.

Having been neighboring territories for so long, she should somewhat give him some face, not outright tear it apart.

But he was wrong about one thing.

The Sofia of the past wouldn't have acted that way, but she is no longer who she used to be.

Moreover, Herbert wouldn't do so even more.

"I wonder what they are going inside for? Are they trying to seize a piece of land?"

"Or maybe… what!!?"

The Heavy Knight Heroic Spirit was still pondering when he suddenly realized something was amiss.

The other party had no intention whatsoever of detouring, still advancing straight ahead!

It wouldn't be long before they directly stepped over his head!

Damn it!

The Heavy Knight was instantly furious, his helmet's eyes burning fiercely.

A man can be killed, but not humiliated.

In the past, in front of such an identity, he was nothing and would lower his head and let them pass.

But now that the Divine Spirits have fallen, what meaning does past hierarchy have?

The Heavy Knight Heroic Spirit believed he saw through some of the truth.

Though this Angel had awakened, their strength hadn't fully recovered, definitely not reaching the Epic Level, at most at the Legendary Peak.

As fellow Legendaries, why do you look down on me? And humiliate me this way?

"Your Excellency, you have already crossed the line."

Before being trampled, the Heavy Knight Heroic Spirit spoke first, coldly saying: "This is beyond Sofia's territory, please detour!"

"If you insist on insulting me, then don't blame me for being ruthless!"

Facing his cold warning, Herbert looked down at him indifferently, seemingly finally noticing his existence.

"Hmm?"

He raised his hand to rest it on the Centaur's waist, signaling her to stop, looking down condescendingly at the Legendary Heroic Spirit standing on the ground.

Though unable to accurately perceive strength, one could feel that this Legendary Heroic Spirit had become one with the land, able to unleash astonishing power with the Earth's might.

As Herbert was examining the opponent, the Legendary Heroic Spirit was also feeling the cold gaze of the "Blood-winged Angel."

There seemed to be no pressure from the other, but an intimidating force within his soul!

What exactly is that power!!?

Could it be that their current state is just a facade?

The Heavy Knight, sensing something amiss, looked to Sofia, hoping to find some clue from this old acquaintance.

But the proud Centaur completely ignored her, arrogantly staring upwards, regarding him with her nostrils.

Tsk.

And just as the Heavy Knight was struggling, he heard Herbert's cold question: "I can't enter?"

Good!

Seeing that the other party could still be communicated with, the Heavy Knight Heroic Spirit heaved a sigh of relief, bowed without losing dignity, and said: "Your Excellency, this is my territory."

"I don't know how Sofia informed you, but entering someone else's territory without notice is considered the gravest provocation. Please…"

"What are you talking about?"

He hadn't finished speaking when Herbert interrupted him, frowning: "When did my Master's Divine Kingdom become your territory?"

Herbert, mindful of his assigned identity, stared with half suspicion and half disdain at the "nonsense-speaking" Legendary Heroic Spirit.

"Divine Kingdom…"

Upon hearing this somewhat old name, the Heavy Knight was momentarily dazed, taking some time to come to his senses, shaking his head in low spirits.

"Your Excellency, times have changed."

Understanding the state this Angel was in now, the Legendary Heroic Spirit looked at him with some pity and said:

"You may have just awakened, not understanding the current situation. Things are no longer as they were."

"Different?"

Herbert's brow furrowed even deeper, coldly asking: "How could it be different?"

The Heavy Knight Heroic Spirit spoke in a deep voice:

"He has fallen!"

The Divine Spirit has fallen.

Once these words were spoken, not only did silence fall over the area, but even the Heroic Spirits watching from afar collectively fell silent.

A sorrowful emotion swiftly spread, and the sound of lamentation arose.

They had lost the Divine Spirit they served.

For the Heroic Spirits, this was the cruelest news in this world.

However, time had long passed, and the Heavy Knight Heroic Spirit had already accepted reality.

He quickly returned to calm, saying blandly:

"The Divine Kingdom has long become territories divided among people. Even angels like yourself must abide by its rules."

"Understand, I am not threatening you. Regardless of your past identity in the Divine Kingdom, even as an angel, this applies to you."

"Now, anyone violating this rule will face retribution—you definitely do not want to experience that pain."

The Heavy Knight seemed to recall something terrifying, causing his armor to tremble. He then continued:

"...Therefore, please leave here. Otherwise, I will view your actions as a provocation and launch an attack on you."

After speaking, the Heavy Knight Heroic Spirit said nothing more and silently raised his lance.

And Herbert, after being aimed at by that lance, lowered his eyes slightly and restrained Sofia from acting.

He did not retreat but looked at the Heavy Knight Heroic Spirit, slowly asking:

"So, do you think… He cannot return?"

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