362. Join (5)
“Before Balthazar’s troops arrived on the scene, some of the demonic energy flowing from the demon species was observed spreading throughout the countryside.”
Leandros’ hoarse voice echoes through the quiet office.
Katrina stood next to Seonghwang and quietly listened to his voice.
“Magi is attracted to stronger demon energy. Therefore, I instructed the exorcists not to hastily attempt to purify it, but rather to track the whereabouts of the demonic energy.”
Thanks to the activities of Prince Mores and Prince Logan, the demon species was trapped in one place and tied to the scene for a long time. Thanks to this, even though such a huge amount of magical power was generated, there was almost no additional damage caused by it.
However, the sacred barrier spread out in a semicircle was never perfect, and some demonic energy was scattered without being able to contain it.
“This is all I have to report. “Please do so.”
Then, as if he had been waiting, Seonghwang immediately gave instructions to Leandros.
“Send an investigation team to the last place where demonic energy was confirmed. Since Katrina is here, it would be better to cooperate with the Knights of Saint Aurelion.”
Katrina could sense that strange attitude.
‘Your Majesty already knew. ‘It was already in your sights and in Maurice’s plans!’
Prince Mores did not lose his magic energy due to lack of strength. Maybe even this was all intentional by the prince?
Katrina, who had been supporting the success for a long time, naturally had no choice but to reach that conclusion.
And what supported that guess was the voice of a young man suddenly heard from the entrance.
“Coincidentally, there were seeds of another demon species hidden there. “Our Arenja has already accurately tracked the location, so Your Majesty, please do not worry any further.”
A short young man with a black hood covering his face enters the office. Then Seonghwang, whose expression had not changed until then, visibly frowned.
“… “Rebekah.”
Katrina and Leandros also naturally turned their gaze towards him.
Rebekah.
The head of Arenja, a secret organization directly subordinate to Seonghwang.
Thanks to their unique method of creating and communicating with soul terminals, Katrina and Leandros also rarely witnessed Arrangja’s true nature in person.
This may be because their caution has grown to the point of paranoia after experiencing a crisis that nearly led to their clan being wiped out by the Inquisitors several years ago.
In any case, they are currently hiding deep in the basement of the imperial palace and rarely show up. Sometimes, only their leader, Rebekah, uses external agents on her behalf to maintain necessary communication.
“Rebekah? “Seeing as their presence has completely changed, it looks like they brought in a new external agent.”
In response to Leander’s point, the young man simply smiled and lowered his head.
Judging by the appearance of the subordinate who had not yet lost his fur, it appears that the spokesperson appointed this time was younger than expected.
“It’s been a while since I’ve seen the two leaders ‘in person’ like this.”
“Forget the boring jokes. “You always hesitate, saying that cause and effect are not enough, and then suddenly, what are you doing here again?”
An unusually blunt question came out of Katrina’s mouth. She is sensitive to Seonghwang’s mood and often reflects his mood without even realizing it.
However, Rebekah did not pay attention to her fierce attitude and maintained a relaxed attitude throughout.
“There is nothing to worry about, Director Katrina. The cause and effect for the search has already been filled. “Then, even if Rebekah reveals the secret a little early, the outcome will not be much different.”
After responding like that, Rebekah slowly approached the Holy Emperor and bowed her head deeply.
“Thanks to Prince Mores’ hard work, we have been able to uncover all of the Sower’s long-standing arrangements, Your Majesty. “Isn’t this clearly because the Lord takes pity on Delcross?”
“… … .”
“So, if you give permission, we [Arenja] will lead the paladins to that location without a hitch on behalf of Your Majesty.”
Rebekah’s attitude was extremely polite. However, Seonghwang’s eyes, looking down at him, were so dark that they were even chilly.
“… Since that child doesn’t do what you want, now you’re trying to attack others yourself.”
The young man who had hit the nail on the head trembled slightly.
No matter how sly the leader of Arranger was, he would not have dared to maintain a shameless attitude in front of the Holy Emperor who saw everything.
Seonghwang, who was looking down at him coldly, raised the corners of his mouth and added,
“I allow it.”
“… Duke Hwang… “I do.”
“One Rebekah.”
Rebekah naturally raised her head at the calm name. And in that moment, I was completely overwhelmed.
Right there, the essence of the clan he had longed for his entire life, the oracle’s wondrous gaze.
“The imperial palace is a fence that protects you Kornsi, but at the same time it is a prison you cannot escape. “We must not forget that fact even for a moment.”
“… … .”
“Do you understand?”
When Rebekah, who was pale, hurriedly bowed her head –
“Once the report is over, you can leave now. “The child’s fever is rising again.”
A cold spirit of congratulations fell on my head.
* * *
[Wow, I missed this taste! I don’t know how long it’s been since I’ve had such sweet snacks.]
In response to Owen’s exclamation, Seongjin did not miss the opportunity and attacked him.
[Then you will come home quickly, what are you procrastinating about now?]
Then Owen looked at Seongjin with a strange expression.
[Well, I also have some things to organize, newbie. What would happen if the prince, who is holding the center of the battle line, leaves his seat on his own accord?]
[…] … .]
Perhaps unconsciously feeling familiar, Owen sometimes called Seongjin a newbie. Of course, it seems like he doesn’t feel much discomfort.
[But why are you berating me, telling me to come back, not even Sisley? I hate you.]
[okay. Sorry, idiot.]
[What an idiot! Newbie, you always tend to look at me too funny! look. Even now, I’m much, much more mature than you!]
Oh, that’s why I’m such an idiot.
Seongjin snorted and turned his attention to the tea table.
They had been running around the playground a while ago, and now they were sitting at the tea table in groups of twos and threes chatting.
This is a new dimension where the sense of time is dull. A cool breeze always blew comfortably, and the sun shining down from the sky was still warm.
[By the way, Mores.]
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While I was sipping Melbourne at just the right temperature, Amelia turned to Seongjin and asked.
[There was something I was curious about earlier. What on earth is that cloth that you keep so precious to?]
Only then did Seongjin take a closer look at his outfit.
‘I didn’t pay much attention to it because I thought it was just a dream… … .’
As she said, Seongjin was now wearing a strange cloth around his neck. A shabby, worn-out piece of fabric that doesn’t go well with luxurious clothes.
Feeling a strange sense of déjà vu, Seongjin unravels the red cloth, and the children’s eyes all focus on it.
‘This?’
There was a picture of a man holding a sword and a huge dinosaur engraved on it.
[…] Rex?]
Seongjin blinked.
Wait a minute, what is this? Why is there a Tyrannosaurus engraved on Delcross’ items?
[Rex? What is that, Mores?]
Amelia asks Seongjin with curious eyes sparkling.
[Uh, that’s… … .]
Seongjin hesitated for a moment, but then obediently answered her.
Well, how about it? This is all a dream.
You probably won’t even remember this conversation.
[This is Tyrannosaurus Rex. It’s a dinosaur.]
[dinosaur?]
[It is an ancient creature that once lived on a place called Earth, but is now extinct.]
[okay?]
Amelia tilted her head.
[To me, it just looks like a picture of a king and a berserk dragon.]
[yes?]
Surprised, Seongjin took a closer look at the cloth again.
‘This is a dragon?’
No, that can’t be possible, sister.
Look at its large head, ungainly paws, and vicious-looking teeth. No matter how you look at it, this is a Tyrannosaurus rex!
[Ah, Rex. It’s been a really long time.]
But suddenly, Logan suddenly joins in and says this.
[Looking at it again, it still leaves a harsh impression. Couldn’t it have been made a little nicer to engrave?]
[Uh, wait a minute!]
Seongjin was shocked.
[Logan, how do you know about the Cretaceous dinosaurs that lived on Earth?]
Then Logan looked at Seongjin again, as if he was puzzled.
[How do you know? You gave that dragon a fancy name, right? I always called him Rex, Rex.]
[I?]
[then.]
[…] … .]
Seongjin was staring at the cloth blankly, lost for words, while Logan quietly whispered as if he were telling a big secret.
[Do you know that, sister? Mores always said this when he was young. He said that when he grows up, he will become a giant Rex.]
[…] I? Did you really say that?]
Seongjin was very embarrassed.
Of course, at one point in my childhood, I had a grand dream of becoming a Tyrannosaurus.
But wasn’t that the time when he lived on Earth?
[okay? Our Mores has had a special dream since he was young.]
For some reason, Amelia looked at Seongjin with a proud face. I can’t quite figure out what part she’s so proud of.
[But don’t you usually dream of becoming a dragon-slaying warrior like His Majesty the First Emperor? Why did Brother Mores want to become an evil dragon?]
Sisley also looked intently at the decorative cloth and stroked the dragon wrigglingly with his small hand.
Uh, do you understand? I don’t remember anything at all?
[…] He said it was because he was the strongest.]
It was Sir Martha who answered those words.
[When I was young, my Majesty always said that being strong is on the side of justice. So he said he was willing to become an evil dragon and crush all enemies in front of him.]
Wow, Mores as a child… No, I was a pretty extreme person.
[From then on, I had to take good care of him. My emotional education is so lacking… … .]
Lord Masain, who had finally calmed down, bursts into tears again. Then little Logan looked back at Seongjin with a reproachful expression.
what? why? what?
No, why is everyone talking about dark history that people don’t even remember?
Of course, there were people who took the meaning completely differently.
[…] cool.]
Little Amelia held both hands and looked deeply moved.
[The strongest thing is justice… . How wonderful is this sentence?]
… yes?
[I can feel the spirit of a warrior who purely pursues strength. Or, it could be a symbol of the resolute will to push through any stigma for the sake of the goal.]
[…] … !?]
[You can think about it this way too.]
A bright blue light suddenly passed through the girl’s clear gray eyes.
[Strong revenge. It is no different from the word justice. How can there be such a beautiful sentence? Mores, you are amazing as expected!]
Seongjin was the flagship.
No, sister! Please don’t develop your tastes in middle school to that point!
[It’s okay, Mores.]
[Don’t worry, Mores.]
The twins circled around Seongjin and offered words of comfort.
[Not everyone will remember what happened here.]
[Because everyone will think they just had a pleasant dream.]
[Of course, it will leave a deep impression on Amelia’s subconscious.]
[Even though you completely destroyed Amelia’s subconscious.]
Seongjin, who could no longer bear it, had no choice but to lose his temper.
Ah, you guys!
Comfort or tease, just do one thing, okay?
fantasy,
