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6.
Meanwhile, at that time.
The other side of the Principality of Arpen.
Perhaps because it was time for everyone to go to sleep, darkness fell on the capital of the empire. And the mansion of the Earl of Dermore family was no exception.
Except for the guards guarding the mansion, there wasn’t even anyone walking around. Meanwhile, a noise was heard from inside the mansion.
Jump, jump, jump!
The sound of footsteps walking down the hallway.
The steps continued from the office, up the stairs, through the first floor, and into the basement.
Some time after that.
Grumble!
Flames bloomed in the air.
A pure white flame created by magic.
The flame instantly ate away the surrounding darkness and brightened the surroundings. At the same time, the identity of the person who visited the basement was also revealed.
“… … .”
Neatly trimmed golden hair.
Brown eyes that resemble earth.
The owner of the mansion was Count Demuel Rondermore. He walked to the end of the basement and immediately bowed his head towards the wall.
“master.”
A voice full of awe.
The Count spoke calmly.
“We have received reports of Abyss worshipers heading to the Principality of Arpen.”
Abyss worshiper.
As soon as those words were finished, the center of the wall became distorted. After a while, numerous eyes sprouted from the wall and the darkness.
【contents is?】
Lacus claman duratus.
Howling eyes of the abyss.
He came out of the world, avoiding the eyes of the seven warriors, and looked at the count carefully.
【It looks like it failed.】
Seeing the Count’s inability to answer readily, Lacus immediately understood the content of the report.
The Count nodded silently.
“That’s right. “According to the watchman’s report, a stranger intervened.”
Eyes twitching at the word stranger.
A look of displeasure was evident in every eyeball. Lacus muttered like a growl.
【Eighth Star.】
【I never thought it would already have that much power.】
【After all, it is an irritating entity.】
But the time for lamentation was short-lived.
The die has already been cast and the result has been announced. Instead of dwelling on the past, Lacus brought up another dice situation.
【Even the eastern jungle must not fail.】
【Until all the stars come together in one place.】
【One must be dropped.】
【No matter what happens, definitely.】
“Yes, I understand. “I will convey the master’s words to the Abyss worshipers.”
The Count bows his head respectfully.
But Lacus was not satisfied. There is already a case of failure called the Principality of Arpen.
【No, that alone is not enough.】
【Demuel, my apostle.】
【I’ll give you something to do too.】
The moment I finished the short answer.
All eyeballs were looking south. It was in the direction of Arsene Academy.
【Head to the fountain of magic.】
With a sticky voice pounding in my ear, his true purpose was revealed.
【Now that the seven stars are away】
【I will open the abyss once again.】
Sven Isaac. To make sure to drop the star of the hunter threatening the abyss.
Lacus’ eyes glowed eerily.
7.
The hall was filled with heavy silence.
Ulan, along with the mountain knights surrounding him on all sides, looked at the unexpected guest who suddenly appeared.
A middle-aged man with strong bones.
A man with shining platinum hair and golden eyes. He is a person who reveals a powerful presence just by standing there.
Ulan knew who he was.
‘It reminds me of the old days.’
Lord of Arpen.
Ergent Rune Mond Arpen.
He is a person who has encountered Ulan several times in his past life. A warrior with both wisdom and strength, and a hero who was active in the battle against the abyss.
‘and… … .’
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The only master of the Principality of Arpen.
Based on his past life, he was one of the top five strongmen across the continent.
If we were to be honest, it could be said that his skills were superior to those he had recently faced, Count Deorg or Marquis Gorpant.
‘I didn’t have a good relationship with Delia.’
Ergent is Delia’s biological father.
However, even though they were family members by blood, Delia hated him to the point of extreme. To the point where I was reluctant to even look at her face or talk to her.
‘In my last life, I never heard a reason why I disliked him so much… … .’
I heard correctly this time.
When Delia was young, her half-brother, Rudine Arpen, became a disabled person.
It is said that Ergent said this.
‘There is no time to spend on repairing defective products.’
His remarks at the time were enough to cause Delia great hurt, and from that day on, Delia tightly closed the door to her heart.
Around the time I finished reminiscing like that.
Besides Ulan, there were also eyes looking at Ergent. Bright blue eyes that sparkle like stars.
It was Noah Darshen.
‘… … ‘Mountain Lord, Erhent.’
Named character from the original work.
Although it was a character that was impossible to play like Ulan, it was still quite famous.
In a pretty bad way.
‘It’s not that his behavior is a mess.’
Rather, he is excellent as a monarch.
A king who is respected and praised by his people. However, as a parent, Ergent is close to the worst.
There is only one reason.
It’s because of the beliefs he held.
“Since you were born into the royal family, it is your natural responsibility to sacrifice for the development of the principality.”
A famous line representing Ergent.
As he said, he emphasizes his responsibilities as a royal and serves the country and people.
However, there is a fatal blind spot.
‘The problem is that you force that sacrifice not only on yourself but also on others.’
There were no exceptions to his beliefs.
Delia and Rudine Arpen were forced to take on royal duties from the time they were toddlers.
‘And this is also one of the reasons why Ludine became a ruined person.’
After seeing Delia’s talent as a wizard blossom, he urged his other children to learn magic immediately.
Later, after this fact was revealed.
Even though Ergent and Delia are family, their relationship becomes worse than others. That was around the time I was thinking about the original character story.
“Now, what are you saying…” … .”
A familiar voice was heard.
Delia’s voice. She looked at Ergent with trembling eyes, as if she did not understand what she had just heard.
“I don’t plan on saying it twice.”
What came back was a firm tone of voice.
Ergent dismissed what he had just said with a cold look like frost.
“Quit the academy.”
“… … !”
“Now that we have achieved our goal, returning to the academy is just a waste of time.”
This is truly a one-sided notice.
Delia trembled.
Feeling her embarrassment turning into anger, she shook her head.
“… … no, I do not want.”
“what?”
“I can’t quit the academy.”
Ergent’s eyes grew cold.
However, Delia fought back without avoiding his gaze, and this attitude made him even more uncomfortable.
“I’m sure you said you wouldn’t allow it, right?”
“It’s not my place to ask for permission.”
The tension continues tightly.
Ergent frowned at the repeated resistance. After a while, he let out a short sigh and called her name in a firm voice.
“Dilia Arpen.”
With fiercely sparkling eyes.
Ergent continued.
“You were born into royalty and grew up with many privileges. “Think of what the principality has invested in you and the damage you have caused to the principality.”
“that… … .”
“It’s not just that.”
After interrupting Delia’s speech.
He continued talking.
“Currently, on the front lines, countless soldiers are dying while fighting against demonic beasts. But would you go back to the academy under these circumstances?”
It was Ergent’s plan to bring up the situation at the front in front of the knights. A stroke of conversion to stimulate Delia’s guilt.
This worked well.
“… … .”
The proof was that I was speechless for a moment.
Ergent, who judged this to be an opportunity, took advantage of the gap and continued to push her.
“The only option given to you is to repay the duchy’s kindness. So quit the academy and fulfill your royal duties.”
With the pressure weighing heavily on my shoulders, the hall was once again filled with silence.
Delia is cornered.
When Noah realized that the situation was not going well, he carefully observed.
A voice was heard breaking the silence.
“No, you’re wrong.”
“… … what?”
“Your words are nothing but coercion.”
A young man who suddenly broke into the conversation.
Delia’s eyes widened as she looked at the barbarian with flowing red hair.
“Uh, Ulan…” … ?”
“Delia. “The choice is yours.”
Eyes that gradually become larger.
Facing a surprised face, Ulan continued speaking in a calm tone.
“Don’t be swayed by pressure or circumstances, but say what you really want to do.”
“I am… … .”
“Whatever your choice, I will respect your decision as a friend.”
Delia’s eyes wavered.
What I wanted to hear the most.
At that moment, Delia escaped from Ergent’s net. She tapped her cheek vigorously and kissed her lips.
“… … thank you.”
Thanks to you, I came to my senses.
Furthermore, he realized that Ergent was trying to pressure him using guilt and debt.
After taking a moment to catch my breath.
She looked at Ergent again.
“My thoughts don’t change.”
“you… … .”
“I’m going back to the academy.”
The conversation is back to square one.
Ergent crumpled his face.
“Are you really planning to abandon your royal duties?”
“That has nothing to do with the Academy.”
Delia’s words were correct.
Returning to the academy did not necessarily mean that I would abandon my royal duties.
“Also, since I am the princess of Arpen, I have no intention of giving up my responsibilities as a royal.”
This answer is also sincere.
Regardless of Ergent’s pressure, Delia also has pride as a royal. Therefore, she confidently continued her words.
“But not yet.”
“What does that mean… … .”
“Now, there is an important reason why I must remain at the academy.”
After experiencing the trials of a warrior.
She realized.
The mission given to him as a warrior, and what he must do in the future.
“I have to stop the abyss.”
“what? abyss?”
Ergent asks with a puzzled look on his face.
Delia nodded.
He then talked about a series of events he experienced in the Valley of Meteors.
Everything from being attacked by an Abyss worshiper to inheriting the knowledge and mission of Artina, the founding king of Arpen.
But it was pointless.
Ergent’s reaction did not change.
“It seems like you saw something in vain.”
“Really!”
An expression with a clear look of disbelief.
Delia countered, shaking her head.
“I have personally seen the monsters of the abyss at the Fountain of Magic. If they stick out, something terrible will happen… … !”
“no use.”
After interrupting Delia again.
Ergent responded coldly.
“Even if everything you say is true, my decision will not change.”
“Uh, why… … !”
“Because I am the monarch of Arpen.”
The mission of Artina, the founding king?
Monsters of the abyss? The responsibilities of the royal family are much more serious than such illusions.
He never gives in to his stubbornness until the end.
Just as I was biting my lip in frustration, Ergent took a long stride forward.
“This is the last time I’ll say anything.”
A feeling of intimidation felt from the front.
Delia’s shoulders trembled. It was because her strong pressure was pressing down on her body. So she reflexively tried to back away.
“do not worry.”
A large hand wrapped around my shoulder.
A reassuring voice soon followed.
“I am next to you.”
Ulan’s presence was felt.
Then, my body, which was stiff from tension, relaxed like a lie. The moment a faint smile appeared on her pale face, Ergent opened her mouth.
“If you won’t bend your thoughts until the end, I will use my strength to make you listen.”
“I don’t obey, I don’t accept it.”
Immediately after recognizing the threat.
Delia immediately raised her magic power. It was to prepare for an emergency.
But it was pointless.
From the moment Ergent took his first steps, the venue became his space.
Territory.
The flow of time freezes here.
Even if you are an archmage, it is impossible to defeat the master of an already expanded area, and only the same master shares the same time.
After immediately closing the gap.
Ergent aimed at the nape of Delia’s neck with emotionless eyes. The goal was to block her magical energy and then knock her out at once.
The moment I was about to extend my hand.
Hot!
Suddenly my arm was grabbed.
“… … ?”
The first thing that came to mind was a question.
It was natural. Because only the same Master can move his body within the area.
The moment I realized this obvious fact.
“… … !”
A feeling of astonishment bloomed.
But it was already too late.
While he was perceiving reality, a huge palm violently grabbed his face.
“what… … .”
The conversation did not continue.
A world that turns upside down as quickly as a flash.
Soon a loud roar was heard.
Kwaaaaaaaaaaaa!
It was the sound of Ergent being thrown upside down.
Chapter 39. The choice is yours.
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