"Th-This is…?"
Arthur's body trembled as the sudden voice startled him.
But almost immediately, realization dawned. A flush of excitement surged onto his previously pale face.
My cheat… has finally arrived?
Suppressing the agitation in his heart, Arthur slowly sat up in bed.
At that moment, it felt as though the pain from the wound on his back no longer existed. His entire mind was consumed by this unexpected delight.
"Open the personal status panel," he said, his voice shaking.
Swish!
A translucent interface instantly appeared before his eyes.
Host: Zephir Arthur
Affiliated Force: Kingdom of Zephir
Identity: Prince
National Level: Locked (Requires elevation to King to unlock)
National Prestige Status: Inactive (Requires promotion to King-tier status to unlock)
Subordinate Legion Configuration: Not established
Exclusive Equipment: None equipped
"So it really is a system…"
Staring at the information displayed on the panel, Arthur felt his heart settle. A relieved smile appeared on his pale face.
With the system's assistance, his personal safety should at least no longer be in question.
However, confusion soon followed. From the panel alone, it was impossible to tell what functions this system truly possessed.
Fortunately, the system seemed able to sense his doubts. A cold, clear voice echoed in his mind.
Ding! The host may increase the nation's level by expanding territorial borders and increasing population. Each national level gained grants one Legion Lottery opportunity. The host may draw powerful military legions from other dimensional worlds to command. As the host has not yet reached King status and does not fully control the nation, the National Level function remains locked. Please fulfill the conditions as soon as possible to unlock it.
Ding! The host may also obtain Exclusive Lottery opportunities by increasing national prestige. Each prestige tier gained grants one Exclusive Lottery draw. National prestige includes the host's reputation and authority within the nation, as well as the nation's global standing. Specific details may be explored independently. Exclusive Lottery draws may grant powerful abilities or rare items from other dimensional worlds. As the host has not yet reached King status, the National Prestige function remains locked. Please meet the requirements to activate it.
"So I raise the national level to draw legions… and raise national prestige to draw abilities or items… but the prerequisite for everything is becoming King?"
After listening to the explanation, Arthur lowered his head in thought, muttering to himself.
In other words, if he wanted to grow stronger, would he have no choice but to continuously wage war against other nations in the future—seizing territory and population?
The more he conquered, the larger the legions under his command would become—and the more formidable his own power would grow.
"But it all starts with becoming King…"
He rubbed his temples lightly.
Images of several ministers—still scrambling for power even as the nation stood on the brink of destruction—surfaced in his mind, giving him a headache.
This body had barely seen combat before. Even if he wanted to take action, he simply didn't have the strength yet.
"System, don't tell me there isn't some kind of beginner gift pack?" Arthur complained.
There was no response.
Just as Arthur resolved to risk everything—even if it meant staking his life—to seize the throne, the system's voice rang out once more.
Ding! Detecting that the host is currently in a critical situation. Beginner Gift Pack is being issued!
Ding! Beginner Gift Pack successfully distributed! Congratulations to the host for obtaining the Legion — [Ninja Assassination Tactical Unit]!
A burst of white light flashed across the room.
In the next instant, the spacious chamber was filled with dense silhouettes.
They wore black, form-fitting outfits with white harness-style vests over them. Various animal masks concealed their faces. A chilling killing intent radiated from them, making it difficult to meet their gaze.
"Wh-What is going on?"
Arthur was completely stunned as he stared at the hundred-plus individuals who had suddenly appeared.
If not for the fact that his royal chamber was large enough, it might not have been able to accommodate them all.
The man standing at the front wore a wolf mask, short blade strapped across his back, and long white hair flowing behind him. He dropped to one knee before Arthur.
"Ninja Assassination Tactical Unit Commander 'White Fang' reporting to Your Highness!"
The others followed suit, kneeling in unison.
"White Fang?"
Arthur froze for a second, then his eyes widened in shock as he stared at the man before him.
"White Fang? You're Sakumo Hatake?"
"Yes, Your Highness," the man replied respectfully, head lowered.
"Then you all… are you Konoha's ANBU?" Arthur pointed at the others, disbelief written all over his face.
"Konoha's ANBU? What is Konoha?" A flicker of confusion flashed through White Fang's eyes beneath the mask before he answered steadily, "Your Highness, we have always been the Kingdom of Zephir's Assassination Tactical Unit. From this moment forward, we answer directly to you."
Arthur fell silent.
Quickly, he opened the subordinate legion section of his personal panel.
Legion Information
Name: Ninja Assassination Tactical Unit (ANBU)
Member Rank: Ranges from Elite Chunin (minimum threshold) to Elite Jonin
Commander: White Fang (Real Name: Sakumo Hatake)
Specializations: Protection missions, repelling foreign invasions, intelligence gathering, assassination operations
Total Personnel: 104 members (Divided into 26 four-man squads)
"So that's how it is…"
Closing the panel, Arthur finally understood.
This was the legion promised in the beginner gift pack.
What he hadn't expected, however, was this lineup. The system had actually summoned Konoha's ANBU.
His imagination began to run wild.
If the next draw summoned the entire Akatsuki? Or the Gotei Thirteen? Maybe even the eighty-eight Saints of Athena?
The more he thought about it, the more excited he became.
He had no idea how the system had made White Fang and the others forget about Konoha, but at this moment, he truly felt the system's terrifying power.
Setting aside the others for now—even Sakumo Hatake alone…
Arthur didn't know his exact strength, but he doubted it would be inferior to that of a Marine Admiral.
With the rest of the unit added in, he might not be able to run rampant across the seas just yet—but at the very least, he no longer needed to constantly fear for his life.
"Everyone, rise."
Taking a deep breath to steady himself, Arthur lifted a hand.
"Yes, Your Highness!"
Including White Fang, every ANBU member stood up in perfect unison.
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