Hero Enters Trap

Footsteps echoed in the ruins.

Seric walked without hesitation, his holy sword gleaming under the moonlight.

Behind him, there were no troops.

There are no knights.

He's the only one.

Just like Reed wanted.

Reed stood in the middle of the ancient temple, smiling casually.

Behind him, cracked pillars rose to the sky. Goblins hid in the shadows, waiting for a sign.

At his side, Shia watched Seric like a hungry wolf.

But Seric?

He didn't hesitate for a moment.

His golden eyes stared straight at Reed.

"You." His voice was flat, cold, and certain. "You are an evil that must be eradicated."

Reed chuckled. "So that's what 'fate' says?"

Seric raised his sword. Holy light gathered around him.

"The system never lies."

Reed shrugged.

"Then," he said, grinning. "Let's see if the system can save you from this."

He snapped his fingers.

And the trap activated.

The ground collapsed.

Seric darted forward—but too late.

The goblin ritual hidden in the ruins activated, lighting up a black magic circle beneath his feet.

Instantly, the holy light on his body went out.

Seric's eyes widened.

"What—?!"

The system shuddered.

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[System Failed to Detect Location]

[Dimensional Restriction Active – System Support Limited]

[Enhancement Effect Canceled]

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Reed laughed softly.

"Do you think I'll fight by the system's rules?"

He walked over, drawing his dagger.

Seric tried to reactivate his aura—but failed.

Fate had been tricked.

Now he was just an ordinary man, facing a demon who didn't believe in rules.

And for the first time in his life…

Seric felt fear.

Reed stared at him, eyes gleaming in the dark.

"You shouldn't have come alone."

Seric gritted his teeth.

But deep down, he knew.

He had lost.