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Go straight for the dragon king! (6)
“We have sent swift mercenaries, so there will be news soon. The spruce forest is as dark as night even in the middle of the day, and the rumors are horrendous. It is not a place where ordinary people can easily come and go.”
Eda Atsuma spoke in a voice as dry as the desert.
The sunken eyes and the bulging cheekbones made her look sharper and more grotesque.
Despite receiving the baron’s hostility head-on, the third apostle only raised the corners of his mouth and did not respond.
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Only the faithful in red robes were busy pretending to be ignorant of the seeming hostility.
It was early in the morning, but the darkened office was as dark as midnight.
The peacock in the crystal ball asked naturally like water flowing.
“I am glad that you are. If so, wouldn’t the one who ran away be a ‘successful piece’?”
“·················ogue.”
Edda was silent for a moment.
If there was a successful experimental work in his territory, it was the first record among all the apostles.
Wilhelmina Sneijder’s twelve apostles served the Duke in their own way throughout the New Kingdom.
The wealthy supported the military, the cunning strategized, and the attracters constantly expanded their networks.
The first or second apostle who died was a case of demonstrating loyalty by his own force.
Some of the apostles continued to provide political aid.
In particular, the Duke of Sargentini was a powerful family that had been appointed to have an in-law with the second princess Cornelisser Penetian.
But all of this was before the black market collapsed.
“Those who move to the mortuary are given a death sentence by a member of the council or priest in advance. We believe that there may have been a mistake by the supervisor or the medical staff in this process, so we are investigating it closely.”
《······The fugitive means a failure. You know that.”
“·················ogue.”
Wilhelmina, who was called ‘underground counter-operation’ and ruled the land of the new kingdom, lost the continent’s largest commercial district after an unreasonable uproar.
Even thinking about it now, it seemed like a dream, but unfortunately her reality was a nightmare.
The black market, which was in charge of all kinds of smuggling and money laundering of the dukes, supply and demand of warlock manpower and equipment, and delivery of clean bodies, collapsed overnight and fell into the hands of the Imperial Army.
The ultimate tax haven was literally gone like a bubble.
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Of course, Wilhelmina was also a person who prepared for the contingency plan, and Sneijder was not a ruined family just because the black market disappeared.
But the blow was clear. I couldn’t turn it back.
For example, the Iranian berries kept by the black magicians were completely lost.
“However, if we stop the challenge just because we keep making mistakes, we will never reach the divine. No, it is.”
“You are right, my lord.”
The third apostle answered with a smile. Edda nodded silently.
Wilhelmina in the crystal ball was only showing her neat lower crown and both hands.
Several families, including Sargentini, who had a line with her, cut off contact at once.
Unable to enjoy the privileges of the black market, they wandered around the political and financial world in search of a way to live again.
Those who kept their pride without special activities were the most elegant.
Among them, there were too many to count on one hand who approached Crown Princess Eliser blatantly.
Because it was easier than flipping the palm of your hand to change ships during the war.
《As you know, the fire attribute Physis is a precious treasure. It took a lot of sacrifice just to get them out of the salt marsh. Please continue to work hard.”
“Yes. I will work day and night.”
Wilhelmina gradually felt the need for achievement.
She was still a tycoon who controlled the new country’s politics, but there had to be a tangible harvest to prevent public opinion from completely leaning towards the Crown Princess.
The first princess, who I thought would live forever wrapped in the width of my skirt, suddenly opened her eyes.
There may be more unknowns than known yet, but Elither Penetian was born smart and learned quickly.
Also, we must not forget that the Roséharder Court White can bite the nape of my neck at any time.
Archduke Judith Kamingha’s blatant movements were also offensive.
In addition, the emperor of the Empire was a person who could not take his eyes off of him even for a moment, with his head flying high and his judgment was quick.
In the midst of this, the younger brother, who shared blood, hid somewhere like a mouse and did not appear.
He was of no use in life.
Thus, the Duke felt the inevitable impatience.
I didn’t want to admit it, but it was true.
《··········Then, I have my next schedule, so I’ll just go. I wish you all good luck.”
“It’s frustrating, my lord.”
“I am sorry. See you again soon.”
As soon as Edda and the third apostle bowed their heads, the crystal ball began to spit out the thick, dark green mana again. ‘Wooing
“·················ogue.”
“·················ogue.”
As Wilhelmina’s presence disappeared like that, the two women’s eyes met immediately.
The believers breathed in the air heavier than when the peacock was present.
Edda bluntly opened the door.
“What are you doing?”
“what?”
“I mean, was there any reason to report such a trivial matter to the lord? Fugitives from the lab have often been around since time immemorial. There’s never been a time when I didn’t catch them. But when the apostle saw a mosquito, he drew his sword and ate it.”
“·················ogue.”
Then the third apostle ate up.
The princess looked almost ten years younger than the baron, but no one knew her real age.
“Baron. Your lord now wants visible results.”
“·················ogue.”
“I remember coming and going and talking to each other since I arrived here, maybe it’s because he wasn’t socially active……. You don’t seem to understand quickly.”
It was clearly a provocative language.
Instead of speaking back, Edda looked at the opponent with his bulging eyes.
The princess spoke softly.
“Will experiments on commoners really work? The master must have wanted to say that.”
“·················ogue.”
“But you must have been patient. He is merciful.”
“·················ogue.”
“You also respected the convictions of the eleventh Apostle to this day. He was the only one who returned his dying daughter because of his faith in his master, and he highly respected the baron’s tenacity and will.”
‘Paddeuk.’ Edda grabbed her armrest.
When I think of the pain of that time, I still have my breath choked.
The princess looked at her pale white fingertips and spit out indifferently.
“It’s all good. But you have to see the big picture. Just because your body is in the North, shouldn’t you be unable to read the royal capital and the situation of war?”
“·················ogue.”
“Oh, I’m hungry. I’m going to go away soon.”
‘Today’s breakfast should be in your mouth.’ She mumbled loudly as if someone should listen, then got up and went outside.
Edda looked at her back and quietly bit her lip.
I had heard rumors that there were severe checks between the apostles, but it was the first time I had experienced it myself, so I was angry and embarrassed.
The believers, who had missed the time to leave, scratched her with anxious eyes.
“Hey, Baron.”
“How come there is no news from the mercenaries?”
“Yes, yes?”
“Those who left to catch the fugitive. Why hasn’t there been a report until now?”
“Okay, let’s find out. Maybe it worked out just fine last night. He must have delayed the report for fear of waking the Baron.”
As soon as someone quick-witted could say that, a group of red robes hurriedly stood up and prepared their manners.
The atmosphere was so avoidable that they felt embarrassed by themselves.
In the end, the best of them all added:
“Not long ago, a swarm of beasts passed over the Chamber. The air outside is ugly, so please wait a little longer.”
“you’re right. It’s okay.”
“It won’t be a big deal, Baron.”
They left the office one by one and spoke one word at a time.
Edda silently fiddled with the locket hung around his neck.
The puffy cheeks didn’t even have the slightest bit of vitality.
*
The time when the sun walks through the middle of the sky. In front of the cave where the party stayed overnight.
Finally, we established the perfect and indispensable ‘Barun-Atsuma Guild Chamber Infiltration, Rescue of Residents and Retake of Physis’, and achieved a feat agreed upon by all guild members.
It was a very happy and proud achievement as the head of the wheat guild.
We would like to give this honor to His Majesty, Emperor Frederic, and Master, who believed in us and sent us.
You two wouldn’t have expected this, but anyway.
I also thank Marquis François for brushing my hair this morning.
“Then we will move separately from here.”
Well, I’ll skip the detailed explanation. It’s something I’m going to do in the future anyway.
We’ll do well.
“Hey. I don’t want to part.”
Ga-in, I just boasted that ‘everyone agreed to the operation’!
“I will see you again soon. You know.”
“still. It’s a bit sad that I’m the only one falling. Everyone goes with the guild leader.”
As I gently soothed her, she pouted her lips and grabbed the hem of my robe.
He rarely does this kind of lamb, so to be honest, he was a little cute.
But Djibril Dioff vomited next to her.
“Wow, I almost forgot about lunch. It’s heartbreaking, so do it in moderation?”
“Shut up. What do you know that’s not even a paladin? If you have any dissatisfaction, express it in ether.”
“It’s childish, so I can’t listen. Do you know that I, without ether, have more objective and realistic thinking than anyone else?”
“whatever. We like each other and we will go straight. Do we have our own way?”
“Stella, please hold on.”
I barely broke the argument between the two of them.
When my hand touched D.O.P, he gave a wark impression.
After much consideration and comparing various strategies, I decided to send the two of them to the spruce forest, but I was a little worried because their personalities didn’t match like this.
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Of course, Ga-in and Confucius were not the only ones going into the forest where Griffin was.
In case of their raid, His Majesty Stanislas agreed to accompany them, and François joined them.
He didn’t say it outright, but he seemed anxious to check the ‘top-class Manastone Cave’ in person.
“You really know that you survived thanks to the guild chief.”
“You wouldn’t be able to defeat me alone without the guild leader, would you?”
“stop. Please.”
I smiled slightly and pulled a handkerchief out of my bag.
As it was an item brought from the Imperial Palace, there was also a small embroidered Benjamin sign on it.
‘JYS’. initials of my name
“and······. I made it in a hurry in the morning and it is crude, but I’ll give it to you, Stella-sama.”
“yes? What is this?”
“I folded and cut a handkerchief, put a holy stone in it, and sewed it. I think it could be used as a hair tie. When in a hurry, you can use it as an ether auxiliary. It’s full.”
“·················ogue.”
Then, Ga-in made a face that he had never seen before.
I thought the sewing had improved quite a bit. I added the words in a hurry with a earnest face.
“Sorry for being ugly. I will make it prettier next time.”
“no! In my eyes, this is the most beautiful thing in the world. really!”
Back! She almost screamed.
The prince frowned, but did not point it out openly.
Anyway, I’m glad the party seemed to like it.
Ga-in said that she couldn’t tie her hair well by herself, so I attached a blue knot to her pink hair.
As I remembered taking care of Eun-seo’s way to school, my heart became hazy.
Dioff looked at us and sighed.
“under······. There is a fox in the forest. Not even one or two.”
“A fox? Foxes don’t hibernate, so maybe that’s the case.”
“·················ogue.”
Then he looked at me with sad eyes.
I shrugged and trimmed Ga-in’s fine hair.
It’s a pity that I didn’t meet the fox, but it’s okay because our lovebirds are also super cute.
“Okay, that’s it. And Confucius Shem, Mr. Alain. This is a lunch box for two.”
Then, I handed a small bag to the two people who were leaving separately.
Although it is small, I tried to achieve the nutritional balance as much as possible.
“································ will really thank you, priest. I will never forget today’s relationship until the day I die.”
“You’re welcome. I am the one who takes care of you, Mr. Alain.”
“Thank you for the grace, angel. Thank you very much. I will pray that all your wishes come true……”
“thank you. I will also pray for Alain.”
Then Alain burst into tears again.
Gugu, hanging from my sleeve, tapped the back of her hand with his tail.
After discussion, Alain decided not to infiltrate the Chamber with us.
There were three main reasons.
First, she was a paladin who had just awakened. The fever went down, but he was still not feeling well.
Sir John advised her not to overdo it no matter what.
He said that excessive stress can cause ether runaway or exhaustion, so be careful.
Second, she was now the target of the Chamber’s mercenaries.
It seemed difficult to infiltrate without being noticed by changing the color of his hair and eyes.
Last but not least, the third reason was Brandi, Alain’s nephew, who was at home alone.
Someone had to go rescue the child right away.
Before Baron Atsuma’s hand reached out.
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On that very journey, Confucius Shem accompanied us as an escort.
Strictly speaking, Alain wasn’t his realm, so there was no reason for him to step out and help.
However, the man volunteered without hesitation for even a second. I am truly grateful.
“then······. Shall we leave soon?”
I turn around and ask the rest of the party, but Sir John pauses without taking something out of his pocket.
I instinctively narrowed my eyes. What just happened?
Are you getting a tingling sensation?
“Edelweiss-sama?”
“······· This is a gift for Guinness. Take this.”
When I asked a cold question, he answered with a long sigh.
In the cardinal’s hand was a holy stone filled with wind.
·······Huh?