A Dragon against the Whole World

"Alina used the Astrolabe to remotely observe the situation in the Mushroom King’s Territory for us, and then provided me with some critical information."

He paused for a moment, then clearly stated, "The cleansing operation is being executed, and the one attacking the Mushroom King’s Territory is the Legendary Sword Saint of the Theo Kingdom, ’Unfinished Sword’ Kairos."

"This individual achieved Legendary status during the Federation’s internal war, breaking through amidst the chaos."

"He is considered a relatively ’young’ Legend, at level 21."

With the end of the Lothern Federation’s civil war, the transactional relationship between Alina and the Dragon Group had effectively ceased.

However, perhaps due to a special connection with Gordon, or maybe because she still held some long-term investment perspective towards the Dragon Group and Galos, she seemed unwilling to completely sever this tie.

At the very least, the information she provided at this moment was extremely critical to Galos.

The Red Iron Dragon’s spirit immediately revived, and he said, "Tell Alina there will be rewards in the future."

Subsequently, he spoke to Solrog in a steady voice, "Prepare both plans for war and retreat simultaneously."

His voice was calm, imbued with a certain firm determination, clearly having made a decision.

Preparing two plans at once also indicated that in his heart, the Red Iron Dragon was inclined to engage this invading Legendary Sword Saint in a direct battle! As for whether there would be a need to retreat eventually, they would fight first to find out.

Previously, he had been unable to make a firm decision, primarily due to the uncertainty of the unknown Legendary opponent’s details.

Unknowns are the greatest fear.

But now, he knew the opponent’s identity, professional path, and exact level—21.

This information was crucial for the Red Iron Dragon.

Even among Legendary warriors, there are differences in power.

Between levels 21 and 22 or 23, while the gap isn’t as wide as between the mortal realm and the Legendary, there are certainly distinctions in power levels.

If the opponent was a seasoned higher-level Legend, avoiding the edge and preserving strength would undoubtedly be the best choice.

However, a level 21 human Legendary Sword Saint who had only recently ascended?

Galos was naturally cautious but was not one to tremble with indecision without reason.

With the knowledge passed down through the Dragon Race’s legacy, information gathered from various sources, and his own accumulated experience, he had a broad understanding of the Legendary Domain.

He knew well that while Legends are undoubtedly powerful, for those at the Peak of Mortality, they are not absolutely insurmountable.

For example, a normal level 20 Giant Dragon, though unlikely to defeat a level 21 human Legend, could rely on a Dragon’s naturally robust physique and abundant life force to hold out for some time.

They wouldn’t be instantly defeated in a mere face-off.

With Galos’ dragon body, leveled to the Peak of Mortality at 20, shaped through countless adaptive evolutions into strength.

.....Aside from the Domain, the numerical attributes of Legendary creatures are definitely not higher than his.

Moreover, the Sword Saint advanced through the Warrior path, excelling in attack and damage, but very lacking in large-scale control, peculiar curses, space locks, and other auxiliary and control skills.

This means.

Even if he were ultimately outmatched in a direct confrontation, Galos believed he had reasonable assurance to immediately retreat, thanks to his stronger and faster evolved Dragon Wings.

Meanwhile, Solrog sensed Galos’ intentions from his words.

He refrained from advice like "facing a Legend is too risky."

For a long time, he had witnessed his brother’s style.

Galos never engaged in battles he wasn’t confident about.

His decision to battle a Legend was a statement that, in his heart, he believed he had the capability to survive, and perhaps... the possibility of winning this fight.

Without hesitation, Solrog solemnly responded, "Alright! I’ll go arrange and pass down the orders right away!"

After the simple and swift exchange, the urgent telepathic communication temporarily concluded.

At the training ground in the Border Area, the Red Iron Dragon slowly exhaled a hot breath, which condensed into a brief white mist in the air.

Instead of panicking and fleeing to the wilderness upon learning of the incoming Legend attack, he stayed in place, methodically stretching and relaxing all his muscles and joints, his massive body covered in black-red scale armor reflecting a cold metallic sheen, like a war machine in preheat.

Simultaneously, he contacted the southernly developing followers through communication devices.

Recent movements of the Theo Kingdom and intelligence on the Unfinished Sword... gathered quickly by the Gem Merchant Group and Starfire Monastery, reported to him via Nick.

"What happened? Your aura suddenly became very heavy."

Next to him, Golden Dragon Alberto noticed the change in Galos’ state, stopped his training, and came over to inquire.

"I might soon face a human Legend in direct combat."

Galos did not hide the fact, explaining the attack on the Mushroom King’s Territory and the emergence of the Theo Kingdom’s Legendary Sword Saint to Alberto. Then he asked, "Given my battle against a level 21 Legendary Sword Saint, what do you think my chances of victory are?"

Alberto had witnessed, even felt, the might of a Legendary Giant Dragon firsthand.

His understanding of the Legendary Domain was more direct and profound than Galos, and Galos knew this and humbly sought his insight.

"A human Legend... well, it’s good news that it’s not a Dragon Legendary."

Upon hearing this, Alberto showed a pensive expression.

He carefully scrutinized Galos’ massive and robust form, then said, "In the Fubo Dragon Domain, among other domains I can’t guarantee, apart from those who have already stepped into the Legendary Domain, there isn’t a single young or adult Dragon that exudes such a sense of oppression as you do."