Chapter 289
Episode 289
Grand Duke Caheron whispered softly in the king’s ear.
“No one should know that we are dealing with demonic creatures and fake masters.”
“That means we have to move as secretly as possible.”
“That’s right. Even you.”
King Peroche, who was surprised, tried to push Archduke Caheron away, but his strength was so strong that it could not be said to belong to an injured man.
“No one…” … !”
King Peroche shouted urgently, but his eyes opened before he could finish speaking. This is because mana came out like a thread from Archduke Caheron’s fingertips and began to wander through the king’s mind.
‘From now on, live as my puppet.’
Archduke Caheron smiled sinisterly and brainwashed the king’s mind. He moved his hands quickly, needing to end his brainwashing before anyone who heard his cries arrived. And the brainwashing was able to be completed before the knights arrived. It was possible because it was Archduke Caheron who had already planned things to this point.
“What’s going on?!”
It took only one minute for the driver to open several doors and arrive.
Archduke Caheron quickly manipulated the king by putting on a painful expression.
“Nothing happened. “I cried out in surprise because it seemed like Grand Duke Caheron’s wound had opened.”
“… … .”
The knight looked at Archduke Caheron with sharp eyes.
He noticed his expression tinged with pain and watched him for a while, then called someone and confirmed that there was nothing wrong with the king, and then retreated.
“Excuse me.”
“I will highly value your loyalty.”
When the king reacted as usual, the knight’s doubts were completely removed.
When the knight’s presence completely disappeared, Archduke Caheron relaxed his expression.
“ha. “I almost got caught.”
“… … .”
After the knight left, the king kept his mouth shut, his expression disappearing like a doll.
This is because mental brainwashing is not yet complete.
He was not at the level of suspecting that his condition was abnormal, but was in a state where he could not act naturally without instructions or orders from Archduke Caheron.
“I have to finish it.”
I didn’t get caught because I had calculated the situation in which the driver would come in, but if I leave it like this, people around me will quickly notice.
Final brainwashing work needs to be done.
It was the moment when Grand Duke Caheron took control of the Peroche Kingdom.
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While the Orcs were advancing toward the Kingdom of Marion, each country in the Southern Continent decided to provide support to soldiers on three occasions.
There was a reason why it was divided into three stages.
The first was to prepare in case the Orcs suddenly changed direction and attacked another kingdom.
If all the soldiers went, there would not be enough troops to defend the national defense. There are also internal threats, even if they are not orcs. These were the bandits who took advantage of the chaos to pillage the village and the monsters that appeared endlessly even after being killed.
The second was a problem with material supply.
The troops could be supported quickly somehow, but they needed food to eat and space to rest and sleep. Even the reserves were not enough to supply hundreds of thousands of troops. It was also necessary to keep it in reserve in case of an emergency.
The third and final time was the time to gather troops.
Actually, this was the biggest problem.
In most countries, other than the royal family, the only people who have private armies are the lords who rule each territory. However, there were also people who had private armies illegally. It took quite a bit of time to investigate and forcibly conscript them.
Above all, it took a long time to get to Marion Kingdom.
I don’t know about countries adjacent to the Marion Kingdom, but countries located far away take several months on foot.
By that time, the orcs would have already arrived and attacked the Marion Kingdom.
“I can’t help it.”
The King of Marion Kingdom decided to open the teleportation gate. The consumption of magic stones was enormous, but it was not the time to consider such matters. Other countries agreed. This is because I thought it was ridiculous to hope that the Orcs would only avoid and attack their own country.
After a month, the first batch of troops arrived from most countries.
Most of the soldiers who arrived from various countries camped outside the walls.
This is because there is a limit to the number that can be accommodated in the capital.
Very few soldiers entered the castle walls.
It was a case of a special class.
and.
Just then, Geron and his companions also arrived at the capital of the Marion Kingdom.
“The atmosphere in the capital is not bad.”
Although war was just around the corner, the faces of the residents did not look gloomy.
Because I knew there were a lot of soldiers.
“If the war prolongs, it will be a problem.”
“How far have the orcs come?”
“Wouldn’t we be crossing the border soon?”
The Kingdom of Marion must stop the orcs before they cross the border. That’s the best way to reduce damage. However, it is not known which route the Orcs will attack.
Jeron thought for a moment and then said.
“Hmm. “Let’s go to the mercenary guild.”
“Why the mercenary guild?”
“The request must have been made because of the war.”
When war breaks out, it’s not just merchants who make a lot of money.
Mercenaries who make a living by hand-to-mouth combat also jump in, risking their lives.
The longer the war lasts, the better the reward becomes, so the mercenaries will think that this is the time and will accept the request regardless.
“The fastest way to find out information on the battlefield is through the mercenary guild. “Because we need people to die first.”
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Even the mercenaries know that. However, dying while fighting a monster or being hit by a sword or arrow on the battlefield is the same. On the other hand, war is something where you can make a lot of money if you survive. So, I jump in like a moth to fire, hoping to survive.
“Right now, let’s all make a mercenary card.”
Mercenary cards are more useful than you might think.
So it was useful in the western and northern continents.
Murmur.
When we went to the mercenary guild, it was crowded with mercenaries.
A musty and unpleasant smell filled the interior, as if it had not been washed properly.
I went through the crowd to the desk and showed my mercenary badge.
“Aron Dight, a Grade A mercenary. Has confirmed.”
The mercenary tiles of the Southern Continent had the same style as those of other continents.
The only difference was the location where it was issued.
“What brought you here?”
“I came to register as a mercenary upon recommendation. And I’m also trying to receive war requests.”
I briefly explained my business and the desk clerk got the job done quickly.
No testing was done. Instead, it was issued a D grade.
“There is nothing we can do because war is just around the corner. sorry.”
“are you okay.”
It was natural that the higher the mercenary level, the higher the reward. However, Geron and his companions did not participate in the war hoping for compensation. It was purely to prevent the Orcs’ ambitions from spreading from the southern continent to other continents.
‘Information about Orcs probably reached other continents as well.’
If they realized the seriousness of the situation, they would send troops.
It may arrive late, but it doesn’t matter. The distance between continents should not be a day or two, but a period of at least several months and at most a year. Even if you want help, it is good for your mental health not to expect much.
“What should you name your mercenary group?”
“hmm.”
Jeron thought carefully.
The name of a mercenary group is important.
I needed a name that wasn’t sickening or childish.
“Everyone, think about it.”
“How are Aaron and the kids?”
“You crazy guy. get out.”
Erdin started off with criticism from the first comment.
There wasn’t much time to decide on a name.
In just a moment, a long line formed behind us.
“… … “I’ll take Espada.”
“All right. “The name of the mercenary group will be registered as ‘Espada.’”
They all collected mercenary groups and engraved the name of the mercenary group.
It took approximately 10 minutes to receive the request.
The mercenaries waiting in line did not look good. However, there were no people who openly argued. It was because I knew that if I made a fuss at a time like this, nothing good would come out of it.
“What do you mean Espada?”
“It means ‘sword’ that ultimately stabs and kills the enemy.”
In French, it means ‘bullfighter’ who kills the bull by stabbing it at the end.
In fact, the game Gra
“It is the ‘sword’ that stabs and kills the enemy at the end… … It’s good. “Is it an ancient language?”
“what… … yes.”
In this world, there was no fighting skill like bullfighting against a bull. So I just vaguely explained it. Erdin muttered for a while, probably because he liked the sound of the name Espada.
“Let’s get a hotel.”
The inn must already be full.
There was no way there would be an empty room with so many mercenaries. However, the situation is different for extremely expensive hotels. There should be room for 6 people.
Erdin asked while heading to the hotel.
“What are they going to do?”
“I don’t think there are any bad intentions, but leave it alone.”
Jeron answered angrily.
There were people following me after I left the mercenary guild.
Just looking at them, they were mercenaries.
In fact, it was from within the mercenary guild that I felt their gaze.
The moment he took out his mercenary card and revealed his identity, several people’s eyes turned towards him. But at first, I thought it was because of the presence of Jeanne, Lorraine, and Mayenne.
Among the mercenaries, the number of female mercenaries was not that large, and even if they were, it was really rare for them to be as good-looking as their companions.
This is because most female mercenaries with outstanding looks usually died or ended up in the concubines of nobles.
However, it seemed that their purpose was not to be attracted by their looks.
I’m not sure what the purpose was, but it didn’t seem like they were trying to cause harm, so I didn’t feel any lifelike or sinister energy.
“Wouldn’t something inconvenient happen? “I’ll just go and take care of it and come back.”
“no. “If there’s anything to see, I’ll figure it out on my own.”
“Hmm.”
Erdin looked at Jeron, who was showing his merciful side, with a strange look. If it had been a normal Jeron, he would have gone to see him right away and given him a few punches and threatened to ask why he was chasing him. I had some doubts, but I quickly brushed them off.
‘There will be days like that. Jeron is also human.’
After a while we arrived at the hotel.
The mercenaries who were following were momentarily embarrassed when Jeroen and his companions entered the hotel, and after a brief conversation, they disappeared somewhere. And Erdin, who was secretly watching the scene, told Jeron that it would not work and ran after them.
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“What do we do?”
“I don’t know either.”
The mercenaries who had been secretly following Jeron and his companions began to think seriously. It was nice that I followed along, but I didn’t know that I was going to go into the hotel.
Hotels hire highly skilled retired knights and mercenaries to keep the hotel safe and protect its guests. In the process, they also block uninvited guests who try to enter without staying there, and mercenaries were in that position.
“Are they the ones he was talking about?”
“I think the name is right… … .”
“If it’s true, shouldn’t we let you know?”
“To whom?”
“That’s right… … Who are you?!”
The mercenaries were startled and dispersed at the sudden unfamiliar voice.
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