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Based on Rodrika's words just now, it's not hard to tell that the connection between Xiu Gu and the Round Table Hall is exceptionally deep.

It is highly likely that Xiu Gu has become intertwined with the Round Table Hall to some extent.

Otherwise, there's no way to explain the unusual energy emanating from him.

Chapter 300 The Origin of Xiu Gu, The God-Slaying Black Blade

Xiu Gu is a hybrid, meaning he possesses all the characteristics of the Furnace.

During the Golden Law era, they were born inferior and regarded as natural slaves.

And yet, this very status of a slave allowed him to enter the Hall of the Round Table and become its sole blacksmith.

This whole thing was already suspicious.

Zicomo has a theory about the origins of the Thugu.

He must have once served the 'Eternal Queen' Marika.

On the night of the conspiracy, Marika, who was secretly plotting with Lani and was the one who truly orchestrated everything, did everything in order to prevent Radagan from discovering anything.

Instead of asking the royal city blacksmith to forge a god-slaying weapon, they found the hybrid blacksmith Xiu Gu.

Xiu Gu did not disappoint Marika; he forged a black sword capable of housing the runes of death.

This is the short knife used by the assassins who later killed 'Gold' Godwin.

At the moment the black knife was handed over, Queen Marika naturally wouldn't allow anyone who knew about this shocking conspiracy to exist.

Thus, Xiu Gu died at the hands of Marika, and may even have become the first soul to perish under the black blade.

Then, perhaps they noticed Xiu Gu's superb forging skills.

His soul was summoned to the Hall of the Round Table by two fingers, becoming an existence that coexists with the Hall of the Round Table.

(At that time, the black sword had not yet been imbued with the destiny of death, so Xiugu was not killed along with his soul.)

As long as the round table hall is not destroyed, the blacksmith Xiu Gu will not die.

He will remain in the Round Table Hall, striking the hammer for all eternity.

Zicomo once heard Thugu praying in his spare time.

The message reads: "Ah, please forgive me, pardon me. It is far from enough, far from reaching the divine. But I will, absolutely will, fulfill your wish... Please forgive me, Queen Marika!"

This confirms Zicomo's speculation and even hints at the cause of Xiu Gu's death.

Marika executed Xiu Gu on the grounds that the black sword was insufficient to reach or kill the gods.

Little did they know that after being inhabited by the runes of death, the black blade had become a weapon capable of touching the gods.

At least it has killed the soul of a demigod.

Now, the Round Table Hall is ravaged by flames, and Xiu Gu, who is bound to it, has also begun his countdown to death.

Zicomo thought for a moment and then took out all his forging stones and a few special weapons.

The round table hall could be completely burned down at any time; Xiu Gu's head has already been burned.

If I don't use up all the forging stones now, I probably won't have another chance.

As for why there are only a few special weapons, it's because Zicomo used all the other weapons to enhance the Darkmoon Greatsword.

After Zicomo forged the Darkmoon Greatsword into his natal flying sword, he could improve its quality by fusing other weapons with it.

So Zicomo now only has a few weapons with special effects left.

After upgrading his weapon, Zicomo watched as Xiu Gu returned to his forging stance.

He retrieved the last weapon from the system space.

This is a black knife with a strangely winding blade and a three-pronged guard.

To be precise, these three guards are also part of the blade.

It is estimated that only specially trained people can handle this weapon.

This black sword was obtained by Zicomo from a building at the end of a path beside the city wall outside the royal city of Rodel.

It was in the hands of a black-knife assassin at the time.

It was clear that the black-knife assassin had become one of the countless souls lost at Zicomo's hands.

Upon seeing the black sword, Xiu Gu finally displayed a different expression.

He said excitedly, "This is... a weapon that can kill gods."

"No, it's not complete yet, so it can't be called that."

Xiu Gu looked at Qi Kemo and asked, "Faded One, do you still have any 'Faded Ancient Dragon Rock Forging Stone' in your possession?"

Zicomo nodded; he did indeed have one left, and he hadn't yet decided what weapon to use it on.

After all, his Death Staff and Darkmoon Greatsword were already fully upgraded, so he no longer needed any other weapons.

Xiu Gu pleaded, "Please give it to me, and I will perfect this black sword for you. Please!"

After a moment of contemplation, Zikomo took out the 'Discolored Ancient Dragon Rock Forging Stone' and the 'Discolored Forging Stone' [1] to [9] and handed them to Xiugu.

Melina is still missing a suitable weapon.

She possesses rare martial arts skills, leaning towards the assassin style.

The black knife is a short knife, which is perfect for Melina to use.

Incidentally, the Black Knife Assassin's martial arts skills are remarkably similar to Melina's.

Zicomo suspects that the Black Knife Assassins are a special force trained by Melina.

Xiu Gu took the black knife and forging stone from Qi Kemo and hammered them on the anvil.

The power of the forging stone was infused into the black blade.

Zicomo was always curious about the underlying principle.

With just two clangs, the weapon was successfully enhanced. It was even more miraculous than his weapon-forging skills.

After the black blade was fully enhanced, Xiu Gu handed it to Qi Kemo.

He said, "This is a weapon powerful enough to slay gods, a vow I made to Queen Marika. Now my mission is finally complete."

Zicomo raised an eyebrow upon hearing this.

It seems things aren't quite as he imagined.

The fact that Xiugu became the blacksmith of the Round Table Hall might have been partly due to Marika's intentions.

The purpose was to forge weapons capable of killing gods for the later faded ones.

The truth is no longer important; in any case, Xiu Gu's mission has been accomplished.

Zicomo took the black knife from Xiugu's hand, feeling the cold glint on it that could wound him.

At this moment, Xiu Gu had not yet returned to his dazed appearance.

He took out a notebook from his pocket and said, "I can tell you're very interested in my forging skills. Take it if you don't mind."

Zicomo was somewhat surprised, not expecting this trip to yield such an unexpected gain.

Seeing that Qi Kemo had taken the notebook, Xiu Gu continued, "The black blade that slays gods has been given to you. Use this weapon to kill the gods."

"I am nearing my end. I hope you can take good care of that girl. Forgive me for addressing you like this at the last moment—you will always be my king."

As soon as he finished speaking, Xiu Gu returned to his previous dazed state.

This time, however, he might not be able to wake up from this state.

Chapter 301 Rodrika's Whereabouts, Planting 'Lily of the Valley in the Graveyard'

In his last moments before his reason was fully restored, Xiu Gu addressed Zicomo as king and swore allegiance to him.

And she asked Zicomo to take good care of Rodrigo.

Since Zicomo had accepted Xiu Gu's forging technique notes, he would naturally help him with this favor.

He carefully put away the black knife and the notebook, then returned to the fireplace in the main hall.

Rodrigo was standing here at that moment, having completed the enhancement of Voldemort's ashes.

Seeing Zicomo come out, she asked, "Well, Mr. Xiugu, are you willing to leave?"

Zicomo shook his head and said, "Xiugu doesn't remember me anymore."

Rodrica sighed and said, "Alas, it's not just me. Mr. Xiu Gu has even forgotten about you. It's truly beyond saving..."

"It would be possible to persuade him to leave the Round Table Hall now, but I've decided to give up."

"Because not leaving is Mr. Xiugu's choice."

Zicomo had no intention of telling Rodrika that Xiu Gu's life was already tied to the Round Table Hall.

Bringing this up will only add to Rodrigo's sorrow.

Zicomo asked, "So, where are you planning to go?"