Episode 1204 Declaration of End of War (1)
Adrian tossed and turned. He opened his eyes only after the pain had spread from his nerves to his entire body. Pain is still pain, no matter how familiar you get used to it, but he had long since grown accustomed to enduring such pain.
“You woke up early today, Adrian.”“…….”“The sun has just passed its zenith. Would you like to have a meal first?”
Enette greeted me while quietly sharpening her long-bladed sword. Her hair was disheveled. Judging by her demeanor, she, too, appeared to have just woken up. As soon as shegot up, Enette would stretch to loosen up her body and then check the condition of her sword. Even though several years had passed since she was expelled from the Master’s Temple, she never thought that habits would fade away, as they were ingrained in her body.
Aching.
As I got out of bed, I paused for a moment at the stabbing pain that pierced from my toes to the crown of my head.
The internal injuries are deep… but at least the leg healed.
Unlike yesterday, strength returned to my left leg, which had been severed by the former king.Snap!I kicked my foot up with precision, but I felt little sensation in the severed area. It didn’t seem like I would lose consciousness midway. I wasat a level where I no longer needed any assistance.
I thought I would need at least 15 days to recuperate and move around on my own, but it is going more smoothly than I expected.
It fell short of expectations. I mean the very body of the Transcendent One himself. It was an obvious point, but Adrian did not let it slide.
Your resilience has gone awry.
Overall, the playback feels strangely fast, I suppose.
However, although I contemplated my body, I couldn’t tell exactly what had changed. It wasbecause my senses had become significantly dulled.In any case, combat was out of the question, but I could resume external activities. It wouldn’t be too late to figure out the cause later. I think I might know what it is.
“Where is My Lord?”“Lord Verden is currently in his second day of meetings with the leaders of the World Alliance. He is likely coordinating the timing of the declaration of the end of the war.”
Six days have passed since the old king met his complete death.
Under the guidance of the World Union, the international community was regaining its original trajectory.
The war was successful.
Unable to seal the nine gates, it swiftly stopped the pouring undead forces, eliminated the undead commanders who were an asymmetrical force, and sent the ancient king and the evil dragon Nekbael, who boasted an overwhelming presence, back to their deaths.
Many villages, towns, and cities were reduced to ashes.
The First War of the Transcendents 8 centuries ago.The Interspecies War 3 centuries ago.
While today’s Second Transcendental War did not go quite that far, the number of casualties and missing persons was more than sufficient to be recorded historically as a war of the lower world scale.However, the monetary losses were merely on the level of a continent-scale war.
Here, a world-class war meant that all three continents were engulfed in war, and a continent-class war meant that turmoil broke out on two or more continents… so, it can be said that the damage was small compared to the scale.
So the war was successful.
Adrian had a meal with Enette first. He could not skip meals because his body’s homeostasis, which was trying to restore it to its original state, constantly craved nutrition.
“Did anything happen while I was asleep?”“While Adrian was passed out again, the Tower Master of the Volcanic Island contacted us. It was a request to specially order the highest-grade golem prosthetic body that can be constructed with Eon’s current technology.”“A golem prosthetic body? I thought the severed wounds would have been treated personally by the Archbishops of the Luas Church.”“That is true, but…”
The Luas religion does not perform healing miracles of a certain rank or higher in the public sphere.Since the miracle of restoring severed limbs is only possible for those of the rank of Archbishop, there is an absolute shortage of personnel. Furthermore, because it is impossible to treat everyone, the problem of discrimination is inevitably unavoidable, so they have maintained a policy of not granting requests to anyone fairly.
However, this time, some exceptions were applied.
As high-level healing began with the wounded whose lives hung in the balance, humanity lying in their sickbeds praised the Goddess’s light.Of course, the Luas religion embraced only humanity. Moreover, they lacked the capacity to heal all the seriously injured in that manner.
Eon filled that void himself.
Mass production of general-purpose golem prosthetics.
Those with severed limbs were given the opportunity to wear a golem prosthetic instead of receiving treatment. Additionally, since the golem prosthetic could be filled with magic power using magic stones even by non-mage, beastmen and dwarves could also wear it.
At this news, all human races cheered, from the wounded of the Ruas Theocracy who could not wait for treatment. This was becausethe golem prosthetic body personally unveiled by Verden at the Magic Festival was so impressive that it remained vividly in memory even during the war.
The reaction of the Luas religion was subtle.
While glad that the burden had been reduced… he subtly expressed anxiety about losing the influence of the Holy Kingdom. However, I heard that most people were not negative about it, unless they were fanatical believers like the Inquisitors.
The utility of the Golem body is overwhelming. However, I wonder if it is worth wearing it while giving up even the opportunity to repair one’s own body…
The Master of the Volcanic Island’s Magic Tower───Red Sea───Beltroa Rium Solastel was intercepted and crashed at the final battleground, and after resisting the high-ranking undead surrounding him, he was carried away in a near-death state.
One arm was severed up to the shoulder, one knee was excessively bent and dangling, internal organs were damaged by decaying bones, and even the spine was broken.
It was remarkable that he did not die instantly, even though he was armed with various artifacts befitting a Tower Master. For this reason, he was given top priority in receiving the regeneration of his severed arm.
But you’re giving that up?
Adrian couldn’t understand it at all, perhaps because he wasn’t a wizard himself.
“He stated that as the Tower Master leading this magical world, he could not refuse the opportunity to apply the latest innovative magical technology, and said that the Tower on the Volcanic Island, as part of the Eleven Great Towers including the First, aims in the same direction as Eon.”“So, he wants to attach a golem body to prove his goodwill with Eon to the outside world?”“Lord Melard said that while he himself seems to have a deep interest in golem bodies, that is likely one of the main reasons as well.”“He’s a lunatic.”“Well, he is the Tower Master, after all.”
Beltroa replaced his severed arm with a golem prosthetic, making a choice that would be of the utmost benefit to the Magic Tower on the volcanic island.This was a stark contrast to his past attitude, when he had come to the ownerless land to retrieve the elder captured by Junia and threatened and tested his liege.While this might appear to be a lack of backbone, Beltroa’s flexibility was undeniably a quality of the Tower Master. The leaders of the Magic Tower were also political figures.
“What remaining duties does the Lord have? Preferably the ones that take a long time.”“Aside from what Lady Isabella is handling on her behalf, there is the visit to the Tower of Diamun, the inspection of the Kingdom of Maren, the administration of the Southern Eastern Continent, and a visit to Master Artisan of the Tower. Right now, that is.”
Enette discreetly selected the things that Adrian of the martial arts world could do.
First, a visit to the Diamun Magic Tower.
Vantarun, who had competed for the position of Master of the Diamun Magic Tower, went missing during the war, and Albert survived.Vantarun had Mauler behind him, and since Verden was supporting Albert, the Diamun Magic Tower had now entered Eon’s territory.Of course, even with Vantarun present, Eon was overwhelming, so it was a foregone conclusion that Albert Windirove, the son of the former Master, would become the Master.
Therefore, it was necessary for a powerful figure from Eon to show his face at the Diamun Magic Tower and overwhelm the Vantarun faction in order to consolidate Albert’s authority.
Second, inspection of the Maren Kingdom.
King Maren has died. While fleeing from the attack of the Four Dragons, he encountered a rain of deadly poison and vanished along with his close associates, leaving behind only a small trace.
With the royal bloodline extending from cousins to distant relatives, a struggle for the throne was bound to break out… but the kingdom’s problem was not such a thing.
The poisonous gas of the evil dragon Nekbael spread and encroached upon the land, destroying countless cities.Everything was corroded by the poison.The majority of the people could not even find their bodies.
As resistance was declining and access would become impossible, putting it on the verge of being banned, top authorities from various countries were scheduled to be dispatched for an inspection.
Third, Southern Eastern Continent Management.
With the Kingdom of Ronia and the Lower Beastmen tribes destroyed, the southern part of the Eastern Continent has been left empty.Since reconstruction is difficult unless the undead scattered throughout the land are dealt with, the World Alliance is in the process of securing a large number of residential areas.
In Eon, Cain, Eloris, Melad, and Aldanis are commanding the Reverse Mage Corps of the Celestial Orb, which is specialized in direct firepower.
Many countries coveted that territory, so blatant pressure was necessary.
Fourth, visiting Master Artisan of the Magic Tower.
Artisan, the Tower Master───Feldianne was a figure presumed to have infiltrated the Citadel along with Indren and prevented the Citadel from moving.
However, only Indren went missing.
Since it was said that Feldianne had been regaining consciousness sporadically recently, it was necessary to hear the full story of what had happened to him.
“Here is the plan.”“I’ll handle it all. In order.”
Adrian can officially assume Verden’s authority.That was his usual role.
“Everything…? Are you sure you’ll be alright?”“I rested excessively for that measly injury. Contact Liam Arrain and instruct him to prepare the large seaplane docked at the temporary pier.”“Yes, Adrian. And I will prepare the spatial teleportation circle using the Safety of Silence.”
Adrian finished getting ready to go out in light clothing instead of his broken armor. He made sure to properly pack his lightsaber, regardless of whether the white bandages wrapped around his body were visible.Enette accompanied Adrian as if it were the most natural thing in the world, never wanting to leave his side.
“…….”“…….”
While walking down the hallway, I ran into Rateon the Ruler, who was using crutches. Rateon stared at Adrian and Enette for a moment and grinned.
You seem to get along well.
Adrian kicked his crutch.
Crash!
“Aargh…!”“You little brat.”“I said you looked like you were getting along well, so why are you acting like this!”“Who told you to laugh like that?”“No, I’m laughing with my own mouth, so why are you interfering….”“Enough. I need an escort, so follow me.”
Rateon made a bewildered expression.
“Escort? Can’t you see I’m on crutches? I’m a patient. I need to rest.”“I know.”
Adrian gestured with his chin.
Go and rest.
Enette casually grabbed Lateon’s ankle and dragged him along, and Lateon refused to rest as if to say “fuck off” and took command of the escort unit along with Grave.
“You scoundrel.”“I shouldn’t have messed with you.”
Well, anyway.
Adrian has returned.
* * *
The long, long meeting of the World Union has ended.
In fact, it should have taken only a day to a day and a half, but there was just one problem.It was due to the metal found in the inverted underground city created from the wreckage of the Citadel.
“It’s meteorite.”
A meteorite so rare that it requires constructing a mine to extract it… …it would be more appropriate to call it a meteorite. A large quantity of meteorite named ‘Ceracium’ has been discovered. It isso rare that it has rarely been studied, but for that very reason, its value is overwhelming.
Everyone paid attention to that.
Because it was like a kind of spoils of war. Anyone belonging to the World Alliance that fought against the Xerion Empire had ownership rights to it.
Only the shareholding is different.
and.
Everyone had a lot to say as we discussed the calculation of that share.
Even the small nations were watching with fierce determination. Regardless of whether they were powerful nations or not, they had to take even a handful more to make up for what they had lost in this war.
Great powers suffered less damage because their defenses were solid, but weaker forces were effectively at a crossroads between reconstruction and decline, so they had no choice but to fight tenaciously.
Even Emperor Zeracl himself secretly sided with them and fanned the flames. Moreover, the Water King and Gyeoe were present in the meeting hall.
Even coaxing wouldn’t be enough…
As a result, while there was progress on the Cerasium share proposal, the conclusion was postponed.
Verden let out a sigh.
At least it’s a relief that the Cerasium vein is on ownerless land.
The Citadel originated from ‘you’.
Cerasium is also suspicious.
Verden felt relieved that everything was within his control. It would have been quite a headache if they were buried in a foreign land and scheming against each other.
anyway.
There were about eight days left until the declaration of the end of the war. It felt a bit drawn out, but it was an appropriate amount of time. The period from the start to the end of the war was also symbolic. Itwas as if Verden was planting its flag right when the international community had almost regained stability.
There isn’t much to do before that.
Now that he had some free time thanks to Adrian, Verden intended to focus on personal matters. Before meeting the first Necromancer and the three sinners…
“Serendia, I’m coming to pick you up right now.”
We must welcome the elves who have become independent from the World Tree.
This was a matter concerning the apostles.
* * *
The food filling the table went into the small mouth and was all ground up. Ground up… … Yes, that description suited it better than chewing.
The new human who named himself Bernia smiled.
“You’re quite good at cooking vegetables?”“Since I live alone…”“I’m a bit full now. Thank you for the meal.”
Bernia rested her chin on her hand. Jose, still unable to grasp the reality of the girl resembling Verden standing before him, averted his gaze for no reason.
Valion and Kirue were lying unconscious.
There was no battle.
Kire had not yet regained consciousness following the shock of the birth of the new humanity, and when Valion went to look for her after not hearing a scream for a moment, he found her collapsed.
Such strong beings are unable to rise.
It must surely be the girl’s doing.
Jose swallowed hard and straightened his head.
“You look like you have a lot of questions, don’t you? Hehe, ask me anything.”“……Who are you?”“A New Human.”“…….”“I am Vernia.”“……. ”“I’m joking. To put it simply, you could say I am an entity created for the means rather than the end.”“If you mean a means…….”“In a sense, it is a noble means. In preparation for the changes to come…… You want to know what kind of changes, don’t you?”
Jose nodded.
Bernia’s dimples deepened.
“Have you ever seen the night sky? Memories of seeing the bright, twinkling stars.”“Of course I have.”“That’s all fake.”“……?”
Jose asked again because he didn’t understand.
“What do you mean?”“That’s all fake. Everything. People will start to catch on soon.”
Bernia smiled with her eyes.
It’s the beginning of change.
* * *
Someone broke a window and jumped from a high-rise building in Gargant.The body was recovered.It was an astronomer.
