This isn’t a story of a noble knight or a savior. This is the tale of a cynical knight in the hack-and-slash game world with the maximum difficulty setting. 

No system to help him.

No status panel to notify his progress.

No HUD to give him hints.

However, one hope remains. The knight “Crow” retains an in-game ability. By shattering objects or defeating enemy leaders, he can summon random game items as if the world itself is still a game. With a pet crow "Cow-Cow" by his side, the Crow Knight trudges through this treacherous land, armed with sarcasm, stubbornness, and a knack for minding his own business until fate decides otherwise.

Also, please do not speak in caps. He hates it.

Oh, did I forget to mention that his pet crow has three legs? What? It isn't important? Never mind, then.

Lenitia shyly raised the dual‑cultivation scroll she had stolen from me.


I rubbed my temples. "You're seriously bringing that up now? After I almost got barbequed by a cosmic eyeball and pecked by a flaming pheasant?"


Her cheeks flushed, but she didn't back down. "You said you can tamper with scrolls. I want to… experience it again."


Experience. That word had multiple meanings.


I leaned back on the couch and sighed. "Your Highness, do you realize this scroll is not meant for casual practice? You'll get stuck in that dream world for 70 years watching a stranger with your appearance doing naughty things with unknown men."


She coughed, eyes darting away, then back at me. "I know. But if it can boost our synergy, why not? You keep risking your life. At least let me share the burden."


Emotional reasoning. The one cheat code I can't counter.


I muttered. "Fine. But don't blame me if the scroll traumatizes you."


Chapter 106 - Trial of Synergy (1)