101 – Northern Grand Duke, Richard Pierce (2)
‘It was definitely strange.’
If you think about it, it was like that.
The Shale Church’s obsession with Ian himself was strange.
Whenever I did anything, it felt like the Shale Cultists were there.
Of course, their power is the strongest, but in this worldview, the Shale Cult is not the only villain.
Right now, there are several other forces that are influencing the Lichten Academy.
But most of what Ian encountered was shale bridge.
That too, by interfering with the plans of Shaleam Bridge.
‘Despite that, they didn’t try to get rid of me.’
What kind of entity is Shaleam Bridge?
To them, people are subhuman.
No. It would be correct to think of it as a hunting target.
Livestock like pigs roaming the streets.
One of those livestock is interfering with their plans?
It makes sense to kill and eat it right away.
But Ian himself is still alive and well, despite interfering with several of their plans.
I would say it was alive, but there was no attempt to kill it at all.
When dealing with them, you could clearly feel their will to capture or kidnap them.
I thought something was strange.
But this is the situation now.
Ian was convinced when he saw that even Richard Pierce, the big man in front of him, had such an attitude.
I am the goal of Shaleam Bridge.
I don’t know what benefit they gain by having me.
Perhaps it is simply a desire for the body and vitality, or it may be an attempt to manufacture a powerful murder weapon.
‘… Just like Pongpong destroyed the academy in the scenario released before possession.’
The problem is this.
The power seems to be divided even within Shaleam Bridge.
It is clear that the Shale Cultists who were brutally dug up and lying near Richard were targeting Richard, so it is clear that there is some conflict among them.
Probably only certain forces within Shaleam Bridge are targeting them.
The change in Richard’s attitude may have something to do with it.
‘Anyway, Richard is curious about me now.’
Ian just hated the attention of a middle-aged man who was stronger than him, but in this situation, he could definitely use it.
Richard Pierce.
The final boss is overwhelmingly strong even though his Danjeon is blown away.
To deal with him, he uses whatever it is.
Even if it’s Sharon Pierce, who’s lying around like a corpse over there.
After organizing his thoughts, Ian looked back at Richard.
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“It seems clear that someone high up in Shaleam Bridge wants me.”
“He’s a kid with great confidence.”
“Otherwise, this situation wouldn’t be explained.”
Richard laughed deeply.
“Being bold, having courage. They are all good. However.”
“…?”
“If it makes me uncomfortable, do you think you can survive?”
These were infinitely chilling words.
Enough that even Yergina, who was watching, flinched.
But Ian didn’t move.
“Anyway, it’s all a matter of judgment.”
“… This is a different story?”
“If all possible strategies are blocked, you have no choice but to try a new path.”
“…….”
Richard’s eyes sank somewhat.
Who is he?
This is Richard Pierce, the Grand Duke of the North, who is called the epitome of fear in the empire.
Everyone who stands in front of him for the first time bows his head and trembles.
Even now, Richard is showing off his energy. It was the attitude of ordinary people to kneel down and beg for his life just once.
But what about this child?
He stands in front of himself casually.
When I see that image, Sasha Asilia comes to mind.
Her eyes full of will remained in my memory, even if it was Richard who had swallowed up so many people.
But her Ian is worse than her.
There is no sense of will in this child’s eyes.
He is calm, as if this situation is just natural.
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At first glance, she seems to have a keen understanding of the world.
She said, ‘How on earth has she been living?’
There was an aloof calmness, as if I had been through this world over and over again.
Can that level of calm and fragility be said to be the kind of demeanor that only the leader of Shaleam Bridge can give off? The absurd thing is that this child is a fleeting and weak being compared to the religious leader.
This kid is so difficult to understand.
Richard completely understood the blood witch’s blind obsession and interest.
“It’s special. It’s definitely unique.”
It will be one of the two.
They are so clueless that they don’t know anything and can’t even feel fear.
Or else.
The bowl is wide enough to contain everything.
“It looks like the Grand Duke of the North isn’t planning on killing me either.”
“Is that really what you think?”
“Yes.”
“Why?”
“If you had decided to do that, I wouldn’t be able to keep talking like this. And.”
Ian pointed next to Richard.
There were numerous corpses.
An unidentified masked person, Sharon Pierce, and blood people with red hair.
“You went out of your way to kill the masters sent by Shaleam Bridge, so shouldn’t you gain something?”
“Yes. There should be something to gain by killing them. But that is not a reason to keep you alive. There are many ways to absorb you.”
“But wouldn’t you be able to do more if you kept them alive? That’s probably the reason you sent humans to Danjeon to absorb them.”
“So, now you’re asking me to save your life?”
“Yes.”
“He’s a funny guy. He was confident just a moment ago, but now he’s begging for help again.”
Ian laughed heartily.
“I’m not confident that I can beat the Northern Grand Duke. Instead, there are a few conditions.”
“… Conditions?”
“If I make an effective attack on Richard within seven moves, please spare me.”
“I give up seven numbers to you. So what do I get?”
“I will cooperate with the Grand Duke of the North. As cooperatively as possible. If anything, I will even make a contract that binds me with magic.”
The corners of Richard’s lips rose slightly.
“Okay, that’s good. If you succeed in attacking me within seven moves, I’ll let you live.”
“Thank you.”
“Just.”
The cold air that flowed from the Northern Grand Duke’s body froze the surrounding area to pure white.
“If you lose, it will become even more merciless.”
Yergina, who was watching, grabbed her Ian.
“… What are you thinking?”
“Please keep an eye on me.”
“No. Why are you begging for your life out of nowhere? Just because you live like this, you shouldn’t think that you are really living.”
“Of course.”
“…What? Then why?”
Yergi whispered in embarrassment and her Ian raised the corner of her mouth towards me.
“It’s acting.”
“What?”
“Richard Pierce, that guy standing there like that right now. It’s acting.”
“What is that…? How can that be called acting?”
“It’s impossible for Danjeon to be damaged like that and still be normal. Even if it’s Richard Pierce.”
“Ian, I know you feel like grasping at straws, but now is the time to be calm and not rely on false hopes. Retreat is the best.”
Ian shook his head.
“I can tell. Richard’s current condition is being maintained forcibly. Trust me.”
“…….”
“First of all, retreating doesn’t greatly increase your chances of survival, does it?”
“… That’s right. So you’re saying that you have a way to defeat Richard?”
“No. We all have to work together to win. It’s the final boss of a scenario.”
“All together?”
“Yes. All together.”
Ian looked around and continued speaking.
“A scenario of this magnitude is best enjoyed when we all overcome it together.”
“…What is the scenario?”
“Ah. That’s nonsense. Anyway.”
Sigh. The corners of Ian’s mouth rose.
“Please keep an eye on me.”
Yergina sighed as she saw Ian’s back turning towards Richard.
Watch it? What are you watching?
He is the Grand Duke of the North.
He is the superpower of the empire.
Even if such a person yields seven moves, nothing will change.
The corpses lying around Richard prove it.
He sent assassins, blood people, and I don’t know why, but Sharon Pierce.
Everyone is strong.
But when Yergina escaped from the gap in space, everyone was already dead.
Even as the battle was overturned, Richard defeated them all.
Yergina wanted to stop this crazy kid right now.
One way or another, as we rolled around together, our affection grew a little. But that does not mean that there is a suitable solution.
No matter how crazy Richard’s opponent is, I don’t think the situation will change just because he clings to him.
… However, it is also absurd that Ian can kill Richard within seven moves.
‘I guess I have no choice but to look into the situation.’
Richard Pierce.
The man who was his father would at least keep his promise. Not because Richard is a true human being, but because he is confident that he is that strong.
Yergina looked behind Ian anxiously.
Then he shook his head.
Ian.
The child she saw was clearly intelligent and talented.
Absolutely not, he is not a kid who will lose a fight.
‘… Please.’
I have no choice but to pray and believe.
But at the same time.
Seven numbers.
This is enough time to figure out an appropriate escape route.
If the situation arises, he runs away with Ian.
Yergy I made up my mind and took a step behind her.
Richard smiled as he saw Ian stepping forward.
“Seven chats.”
— Kkakdeukdeuk!
He only spread his momentum even stronger, but everything around him turned white and frozen.
Sigh.
The corners of Ian’s mouth rose.
— Paaa!
Ian rushed in with the sound of a wave.