At last, Raizel decided to intervene.

He considered it a trivial matter—something that could be resolved with a bit of intimidation.

Silently, he summoned the Shiny Convergence Spear, its smooth form appearing across his back in a shimmer of light.

Then, without warning—

"Swoosh!"

To everyone's astonishment, Raizel gripped the spear and struck the ground with its back end in a powerful, sweeping motion—like a wave crashing with unrelenting force.

"Boom!"

The earth cracked and crumbled beneath the impact, sending a small shockwave outward. Dust rose in the air, and a crater formed at his feet.

"Crap, that was too much!"

Raizel cursed inwardly, surprised at how far the force had gone. It looked as if the very ground might give way beneath him. But he quickly steadied himself, rising with a composed, commanding presence.

His sharp gaze swept across the bystanders, cold and unyielding. The intensity in his eyes sent a chill down their spines.

The crowd was stunned into silence. They had just witnessed raw power that was unrestrained and real.

What's more, a faint, ethereal glow began to emanate from the spear—a soft white radiance that pulsed with magical energy. Those nearby suddenly felt a subtle wave of fatigue wash over them. It wasn't overwhelming, but enough to make them uneasy.

"M-Magical weapon…?"

One of the guards whispered, his voice trembling.

The drivers and the rest of the hired guards were left speechless. Their eyes were locked on the shining spear, now humming gently with stored power.

There was no mistaking it. That was no ordinary weapon.

It undeniably a magically enchanted weapon of considerable strength.

And the young warrior wielding it? Clearly someone not to be trifled with.

The silence dragged on like a heavy blanket smothering the air. Even the horses pulling the wagons snorted uneasily, pawing at the earth as if sensing something unnatural.

Raizel stood straight, the Convergence Spear still planted in the cracked earth like a divine judge passed down to mortals.

Then he spoke, his voice calm, but firm—like steel wrapped in velvet.

"Fifty bronze coins, you say?" he said, his crimson eyes sweeping across the drivers and guards. "Wasn't it forty yesterday? Thirty before that? You're sucking these people dry, knowing they have no choice but to pay."

None of the wagon drivers dared to speak.

One of them opened his mouth, but his voice caught in his throat when Raizel's eyes locked onto his.

"These people are not your prey. Not today at least. They've lost enough already. If you insist on robbing them… then I'll insist on teaching you how it feels to be hunted."

The threat was implicit, but everyone heard it as if it had been shouted from the heavens.

The leader among the drivers, a man with a trimmed beard and sweaty forehead, swallowed hard. He looked toward the guards, but none of them moved.

Their faces were pale, hands frozen over their weapons. They had seen many warriors in their time on the road, but this young warrior was no ordinary mercenary.

This young man could level the entire wagon caravan if he wished, and there'd be nothing they could do.

"A-Alright!" the driver said quickly, throwing his hands up. "Alright! Forty coins it is. Jist like before. Are we okay now, young Sir? It's evening already. We should move immediately."

Raizel didn't reply immediately. He simply gave a small nod and turned away.

Only then relief flooded the air like a breaking dam.

The commoners exhaled in disbelief, some even whispering prayers. The tension evaporated almost instantly. One elderly woman clutched her chest and muttered, "A blessing… he must be a blessing sent to us…"

Lam, who had remained silently stood at the side, was staring at him in awe. Her eyes shimmered, not just with admiration, but something deeper.

Raizel didn't retracted the Convergence Spear this time. It stayed by his side, just like any ordinary spear.

But the people wouldn't forget the extraordiness of the weapon no matter what.

And the idea of stealing it never crossed their mind. Surely someone with the appearance of a noble and magical weapon, wouldn't be ordinary.

Uncaring about others turmoil, Raizel stepped toward the wagons and placed 80 bronze coins into the hand of the first driver, who now looked too humbled to meet his gaze.

Then, Raizel turned back Lam and the villagers and gestured with a slight tilt of his head.

"Get in."

They didn't need to be told twice.

The villagers moved quickly, some clutching small sacks, children, or elderly family members. They climbed into the wagons with a mixture of awe and gratitude, murmuring thanks as they passed Raizel.

No one dared approach too close, but their reverence was unmistakable.

Lam approached him, and bowed.

"Sir, You didn't have to do that… but you did. Just like you saved me twice. I am expressing thanks on behalf of everyone.

Raizel sighed. "It's nothing, Lam. And I am sorry that wasn't able to save your village in time, despite the hospitality and respect they shown me."

She smiled sadly as she shook her head. "No. It's not your fault, Sir. Please don't blame yourself. I know you have tried your best. That's just how life is."

The wagons were now nearly full. The guards, still shaken, mounted their places on the rear and sides of the wagons, doing their best to avoid looking at him.

Raizel stepped onto the last wagon, choosing a spot near the back where he could see the road behind them. Lam joined him without asking, sitting beside him in silence.

As the driver gave the signal, whips cracked in the air.

The wagons began to move, wooden wheels creaking over the dirt road as they rolled toward their destination: the Merchant City of Rubens.

Raizel gazed out at the fading sun over the horizon.

Behind him, the dark outline of the Wild Forests loomed like a fading nightmare. Ahead, the promise of a new city—a place filled with opportunity, competition, and perhaps danger.

But he felt no fear. Only anticipation.

This Supreme Game was vast, and he was only beginning to scratch the surface.

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