"What are you plotting, Louis?" Terry wondered.

The colossal overlord attacked Terry with a ferocity that matched its immense size. Its three arms from the same side swung down with titanic force, each fist large enough to obscure the blade of Terry’s greatsword. The impact sent Terry hurtling backward, the blade slicing through the creature’s flesh even as the sheer power of the blow forced him to retreat.

Before the monstrous charge could reach its conclusion, the overlord utilized its remaining three arms to launch a series of powerful punches at Terry. Reacting with swift acrobatics, Terry raised his body and executed a lightning-quick kick to the overlord’s face. The force of his blow not only made contact but also served as a springboard, propelling him backward and creating some much-needed distance between himself and the colossal adversary.

Terry quickly assessed his physical condition. While he had managed to put some distance between himself and the colossal overlord, he knew he couldn’t afford to rest in the traditional sense. Time was of the essence, and he needed a way to recover his strength without wasting too much of it.

"I don’t like this..." Terry thought while furrowing his eyebrows.

As Terry descended from his evasive leap, the massive overlord slammed his fists into the ground with incredible force. A sharp earth spike erupted from the ground, aimed at the very spot where Terry was about to land. The spike was formidable, towering over Terry, and he decided it was best not to take any chances. With a powerful swing of his sword, he shattered the incoming spike before it could impale him.

The overlord’s relentless assault continued as he punched the ground repeatedly, causing a barrage of sharp earth spikes to shoot up from all directions, as if trying to skewer Terry. However, Terry’s agility and combat experience proved invaluable. With quick reflexes and well-timed leaps, he managed to avoid the deadly spikes and, with precise sword strikes, shattered them before they could reach him. The ground trembled with each impact, and Terry knew he needed to find an opening to strike back.

The overlord clenched his teeth in frustration, clearly annoyed by Terry’s evasion and resilience. With a determined snarl, the colossal creature charged once more. His six muscular arms turned into blurs of motion as he unleashed a rapid flurry of punches, aiming to overwhelm Terry with sheer speed and power. The earth quaked with each punch, creating shockwaves in the vicinity even though he blocked them with his sharp blade.

Terry’s eyes widened with frustration as he noticed the overlord’s wounds healing at an astonishing rate. This was the kind of opponent he despised the most, one with rapid regeneration capabilities that seemed almost impossible to overcome. It was clear that a straightforward battle of attrition would not work here.

"This is quite tiring and I need to get stronger for this, but it can’t be helped..." Terry thought.

Terry swiftly put some distance between himself and the overlord with a powerful leap. As the monstrous foe charged toward him once more, Terry assumed his fighting stance. In a flash, he unleashed his Sonic Slash technique. It was as if Terry had disappeared from the overlord’s field of vision, and in the next moment, the monster’s vision split into two, creating a disorienting and dazzling effect.

The two halves of the overlord tumbled to the ground, leaving Terry standing behind them, his body screaming in pain. The power of his relic and the intensity of the technique had taken a considerable toll on him. He realized that, had he been wearing his armor, it might have been a different story.

But Terry pushed those thoughts aside. There was no use dwelling on what-ifs. He took a deep breath, focusing on recovering himself and preparing for whatever else this strange world had in store for him.

"That was awesome, as expected of Terry and his trait," Louis’ voice echoed again in the area. "How much stronger did you get after this?"

"...You... what do you want?" Terry asked. "Where is Vanessa and her siblings?"

Indeed, if Louis possessed the ability to see the future, it would explain his uncanny knowledge of Terry’s trait and his strange behavior. It was a possibility that Terry had to consider as he navigated this mysterious and dangerous world.

Having the power of foresight, or the ability to see glimpses of the future, can come with both merits and demerits. Foresight allows an individual to anticipate events and make decisions based on foreknowledge. This can be incredibly advantageous in various aspects of life.

Knowing what’s coming can help in making necessary preparations to mitigate negative outcomes. This includes avoiding dangers, stockpiling resources, or planning strategies in advance.Foresight can provide a strategic edge in conflicts, such as warfare or competition. It allows for the development of plans that exploit future vulnerabilities.

Foresight typically provides only glimpses or fragments of the future, often lacking context or specifics. This can lead to misunderstandings or misinterpretations. If the future is seen as fixed and unchangeable, it may create a sense of helplessness, as individuals believe they have no control over their destiny.

Knowing the future can raise ethical dilemmas, such as whether to intervene to prevent negative events or allow them to unfold naturally. Individuals with foresight might become overly dependent on their abilities, neglecting present responsibilities or taking reckless risks assuming they can always predict the outcome.

Terry knew all that, but it seemed that Louis was completely unfazed by all that... he was hiding something else, and he was certain of it.

"Don’t worry, they will be fine, if you prove yourself to be the person that I think you are," Louis said. "Continue to show that."

Terry watched with a mixture of frustration and determination as a portal shimmered into existence in the heart of the ruined city, right where the colossal overlord had landed moments ago. It was clear to him now that trying to force Louis to cooperate wasn’t going to be an easy task. Instead, he decided to play along with the enigmatic traitor’s game for the time being. After all, he needed to bide his time and gather more information until he could make his move and confront Louis directly.

With a resolute sigh, Terry prepared himself for the next stage of this perilous journey. Whatever lay beyond that portal, he was determined to face it head-on.

Unknown Weapon - Lv 118(400/1180 EXP) (Unknown)

Attack Power: 1180

Defense: 1180

Magic Attack: 1180

Magic Defense: 1180

Attack Speed: 590%

Movement Speed: 590%

Armor Nullification: 590

Resistance Nullification: 590

Range: 2360

Mana: 3900/11.800

Health Charge: 1500/11.800

Durability: 655/1180

Sonic Slash: A powerful sword technique that lets you charge toward the enemy at supersonic speeds. The stronger you are the greater distance you can cross instantly. Cool down time: 10 seconds.

Gungnir: an extraordinary skill, channels the power of the weapon into a devastating attack. When invoked, the spear obtains unparalleled destructive potential. With a single throw, it can pierce through even the most formidable of defenses, leaving destruction in its wake. It never misses. Cost: 500 mana Cooldown time: 10 seconds.

Meteor Arrow: a shot that unleashes the fury of the heavens through the archer’s bow. When activated, the user’s arrow transforms into a blazing projectile reminiscent of a falling meteor. This skill boasts astonishing accuracy and range, making it nearly impossible to evade. Upon impact, the arrow erupts into a cataclysmic explosion, engulfing its target and the surrounding area in an inferno of destruction. Cost: 500 mana Cooldown time: 10 seconds.

As Terry approached the portal, a nagging thought tugged at the back of his mind. Before diving headfirst into this mysterious gateway, he decided to take a moment to assess his weapon. It had absorbed some power during his recent battles, but it seemed that it hadn’t reached the level of strength he had hoped for.

Frowning slightly, he knew he needed every advantage possible to confront the challenges that lay ahead. He couldn’t afford to underestimate his foes. With a determined expression, Terry resolved to make the most of his current power level and enhance his skills further as he continued to confront the unknown forces threatening his world.

Terry emerged from the portal into an eerie, sprawling metropolis that bore no resemblance to any city he had seen before. The landscape was dominated by colossal, rectangular pyramid-like structures, arranged in a bizarre and unsettling pattern. These edifices, though showing signs of past destruction, lacked any discernible entrances or exits.

Their mysterious, otherworldly design left Terry with a sense of unease, as if he had stepped into an enigmatic and ancient realm untouched by time. The ruined city stretched out as far as his eyes could see, an eerie and abandoned testament to an unknown civilization’s past glory and ultimate demise.

"I hope that you find this as entertaining as I will when I kick your ass," Terry said. "You will be the first man to reach the moon thanks to a meteor arrow in your ass."