A Core Ship From The Start-Chapter 2307 - 1555: The Definition of Hero (Snow Curled Into a Ball Cat) (Part 3)
"........."
Hearing this, Duanmu Huai was at a loss for words.
What kind of nonsense is this?
"To be honest, I’ve always hoped my sister could escape all of this. Even though she’s become really strong now, I can’t imagine what she’ll be like after defeating the Demon King. But as a Hero, this is a task she must undertake..."
"I don’t think so."
Duanmu Huai shook his head, interrupting Gideon.
"To be honest, ever since I came to this world, I’ve thought the people here are quite foolish."
"......Foolish?"
"That’s right, it seems like you sincerely believe that only a Hero can defeat the Demon King, and no one else can, right?"
".........Isn’t that so?"
"Of course not."
Duanmu Huai once again raised his head and chugged a bottle of wine.
"You’re confusing cause and effect here. It’s not that only a Hero can defeat the Demon King, but whoever defeats the Demon King qualifies to be called a Hero. Anyone can attempt to kill the Demon King, regardless of being a Hero. As long as you defeat the Demon King, then you’re the Hero, it’s that simple."
Duanmu Huai casually tossed the empty bottle aside.
"Actually, I’ve experienced a similar world before. At that time, I encountered an adventurer party, who were also aiming to confront the Demon King of that world. Among them was a guy whose dream was to become a hero and a Hero, to exterminate the Demon King and protect Humans. So, he embarked on an adventurous journey, eliminating the Demon King’s subordinates, and tried to help those harmed by the Demon Clan willingly—not because of Protection’s demand, but because he chose to do so. It can be said this guy, apart from being a bit handsome and a bit meddlesome, still fits the Hero’s demeanor in other aspects."
"Ha......"
Gideon, hearing Duanmu Huai’s words, was momentarily at a loss for what to say. He looked at Duanmu Huai and decided to remain silent.
And Duanmu Huai continued speaking.
"At that time, the adventurer party went searching for the Sword of the Brave because the legend said only a Hero could pull it out, so they went there, trying to extract the Sword of the Brave."
"And then? Did he succeed?"
"He failed."
Duanmu Huai shook his head.
"He didn’t draw the Sword of the Brave, meaning he wasn’t the legendary Hero. But he didn’t give up because of this; instead, he continued on the path to defeat the Demon King, because he believed that even without the Sword of the Brave, as long as he eradicated the Demon King, the sword he held would become the Sword of the Brave..."
Duanmu Huai chuckled, looking at Gideon.
"Understand now? That’s just it; ’Hero’ is an honorary title, not someone to be viewed as a savior or Guardian God. Thinking you can just shove everything onto the Hero since it’s the Hero’s mission—this is nothing but laziness and shirking responsibility. Because I’m not a Protection of Hero, I won’t confront the Demon King? No wonder you got beaten to this state. For you, perhaps opposing the Demon King is the Hero’s responsibility, and everyone else merely plays the role of the victim, right."
"........."
No one spoke. After a moment, Gideon’s voice sounded once again.
"Thank you for your guidance."
"You’re welcome."
Duanmu Huai picked up another bottle of wine, waved his hand, and then opened the door, the sound of the door closing rang out behind him. Meanwhile, Duanmu Huai sighed and looked up at the sky.
"As expected, just like before, those standing by your side are far more dangerous than the enemies across from you."
