181 Dark Night

Albert's words belied his actions, revealing him as a petty man who favored ambushes.

Taking advantage of the young man's distraction during their conversation, he launched an unanticipated assault, aiming directly for the youth's throat!

However, his prized surprise attack once again fell flat.

The young man seemed to have foreseen his intentions, deftly avoiding the attack with a well-chosen evasion route.

At this point, Albert confirmed his suspicion: this youth was not a mere archer; his combat capabilities and experience demonstrated a maturity incongruous with his youthful appearance.

Up until now, Albert had slain at least fifty, if not a hundred archers. Invariably, they would become clumsy and flustered when engaged in close combat.

This youth, however, displayed no fear of close-quarters battle.