Episode 180
A mountain located on the Miletino family’s territory.
When I climb the hill and look down, a wide golden field comes into view.
This granary area, called the blessed land, boasts a huge grain yield, so much so that it is called the lifeline of the western region. Since this entire large field is said to be owned by the Miletino family, it is easy to guess the extent of the family’s prestige in the nearby region. there was.
“Hoyoung Lee, that person over there is the person we are looking for… … .”
“Oh, that’s probably right.”
The head of the Miletino family and the most influential person in the entire western region.
From the highest point of the hill, a silhouette can be seen overlooking the territory.
Seeing his bald head shining in the sunlight, I was able to confirm that he was an old man.
‘Dupont!’
We were climbing this hill to find Dupont Miletino following the guide in the strategy book.
Although only the back of the head can be seen from a distance, it looks vaguely familiar.
He was definitely Dupont.
The two of us continued towards the top where he was.
But every time I take a step, a strange feeling of discomfort comes over me.
The energy radiating from Dupont was growing bigger and bigger.
‘… … master?’
It was a long time, but now that the distance has narrowed, I can be sure.
Mana energy is leaking from his body.
A natural flow of mana that does not intentionally amplify or hide the energy.
Surprisingly, he was a master.
“These are faces I’ve never seen before.”
As we approached, he turned around and revealed his face.
Dupont, no doubt.
It was surprising that he had facial features that closely resembled Dupont across the sea, but what was even more amazing was that he had been noticing our approach for a long time.
“We are travelers from abroad. “It’s a nice view, old man.”
“I’m a traveler… … . “I had a slightly different idea, but since you said so, I’ll believe it.”
Although we were talking politely, we could feel an overwhelming force pressing down on us.
‘You’re feeling our mana.’
He didn’t think of us as ordinary travelers.
It wouldn’t be surprising at all if Dupont tried to subdue us right now.
One thing I can be sure of now is that even if Shin Joo-ah and I join forces, we cannot beat Dupont alone.
‘There was no mention of him being this strong.’
It would have been nice if the strategy book had told us in advance.
However, it is also a self-evident fact that the strategy book will not send us to death.
Surely we will be able to find clues about the 28th floor mission in our meeting with Dupont.
“Are you two married?”
“That’s right. “Elderly.”
I answered right away without any delay.
I felt like I would be in trouble if Shin Joo-ah and I even had a disagreement, so I took the lead in advance.
Fortunately, there was no change in Shin Joo-ah’s expression at all despite my abrupt answer.
“Judging by the atmosphere, it seems like you have traveled from quite far away. How did you end up in this remote area?”
Depending on how we answer here, Dupont’s attitude will change.
If you just pretend to be a tourist, you might get in trouble.
In an appropriate way, it would be a safer way to reveal our true colors.
“Actually, my wife and I are warriors. I came to this area to travel and learn about martial arts. And if my guess is correct, the old man… … .”
“It’s called Dupont Miletino.”
“Looking at the atmosphere, I thought that might be the case. “It is an honor to meet you like this.”
Shin Joo-ah and I bowed our heads towards Dupont and showed our respect.
“I’m also glad to see young warriors from other places.”
Seeing Dupont’s vigilance softening confirmed that my judgment was correct.
“But, how can you stay here so late… … .”
“Because I have something to think deeply about. “Looking down at this vast field here makes me feel a little at ease.”
“I see you have something to worry about.”
“That’s right.”
Dupont’s expression as he answered seemed full of agony.
I know very well what your worries are.
Because I received information in advance through the strategy book.
[The head of the family, Dupont Miletino, has nine sons, and he is struggling with the issue of his youngest son, Johan Miletino, whom he finally acquired. John will celebrate his 18th birthday in three days, and on that day, he will take an important qualification test for his family. His older brothers have been extremely hard on John, who is of lowborn blood… … .]
In short, it was a complicated family problem.
No matter how much Dupont was the head of the family, he couldn’t handle the family succession issue as he wanted.
The prestige of his maternal relatives and the tradition of family law held Dupont back.
Soon his youngest son, John, would be excluded as a candidate for successor after taking the qualifying exam, which meant that he would now have to leave the family home.
Dupont’s heart is heavy at the reality of having to let go of his beloved youngest son.
As of now, there is no obvious solution.
‘The strategy book said that if you win Dupont’s favor, good things will happen.’
We were planning to somehow intervene in this matter.
Of course, a build-up process is necessary.
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Because outsiders cannot blindly intervene in the affairs of the Miletino family.
“The elderly man’s agony seems deep.”
“See? “I’m trying to manage my facial expressions in my own way.”
“My wife and I are planning to set up a drinking table here. Would you like to have a drink?”
“You guys are travelers who enjoy hiking and drinking. “I won’t refuse. I will accept.”
After all, there was no way Dupont would turn down a drink.
If the story becomes interesting, it will never end with just one drink.
I get a feeling.
I have a feeling that no matter how high a person’s status is and who is accustomed to formalities, their essence will be no different from that of Dupont in the world across the sea.
There was no deviation from that thought.
“The alcohol tastes very good. “Give me another drink.”
“yes. “I consider it an infinite honor to be able to have a drink and talk with the elders of Miletino.”
Of course, the topic of conversation naturally became about swordsmanship.
Swordsmanship was the only topic I could comfortably talk about, and as I was ignorant of Dera, it was difficult to talk about other types of things.
Fortunately, Dupont was very happy to discuss swords with me, so we chatted for a while without even noticing the passing of time.
‘It’s definitely a high standard.’
I could vaguely guess his level just from the story.
The level of philosophy and understanding of swords seems to be clearly higher than mine.
“It’s been a long time since we were able to have a drink together in this informal manner. Besides, I’d like to see your swordsmanship.”
“I, too, am very interested in the Miletino family’s swordsmanship. “I now clearly understand why it is renowned throughout Terah.”
“Whahaha! “You have a knack for making your words very appealing.”
Dupont’s laughter was heard even across the sea. When he was drunk, Dupont seemed to be in a really good mood, even dropping formalities like this.
It’s going according to my plan.
“By the way, have you prepared a place to stay tonight?”
bingo! I wondered when this story would come out.
“this! “How did it get so late at night!”
Because it was a moment I had been waiting for for a long time, I made an awkward fuss without realizing it.
For a moment, Shin Joo-ah’s expression hardens.
“If it’s not inconvenient for you, I’d like to take you to my mansion and spend the night. “Are you okay?”
It can’t be uncomfortable.
It wasn’t just one night, I was actually planning to sit down for a little while longer.
* * *
Shin Joo-ah and I were set up as a married couple.
I didn’t expect that something this uncomfortable would happen as a result.
There was no way they could give each room to a couple.
“I will go down to the bottom of the bed and sleep.”
“It’s not even an ondol room, so where do I go down? “The bed is wide, so you can just turn your back on both ends and sleep.”
First, I laid down on one end of the bed.
The soft feel of the bed is quite nice. The elasticity of the mattress felt like it was sucking my body in, and it was the highest quality material I had ever experienced.
“Are you not going to lie down?”
“We drank a lot.”
“I drove away all intoxication with mana. So, I’m completely fine now, but I guess you’re not?”
“How do you look at me! Of course, I also drove away all intoxication.”
“But what’s the problem?”
“I guess you have no qualms about sleeping in the same bed with a woman. “This is my first time experiencing something like this.”
Hey, it’s my first time too. The words were about to escape her throat, but since she wasn’t proud of them, she decided to stop.
“I don’t know. “I sleep.”
Then, I was about to cover myself with a blanket, but when I thought about it, there was only one blanket.
“Do you have any plans starting tomorrow morning?”
Meanwhile, Shin Joo-ah eventually climbed onto the bed and sat down, covering herself with the end of the blanket.
“Well, that’s fine. There’s nothing to call a plan. “I’m just planning on approaching Yohan.”
The essence of this problem was John’s origins.
Among all Dupont’s brothers, he is the only one with low-class blood.
While he was born and raised here, he was unable to develop his own power.
Because there was strong control from his brothers and maternal relatives, no one even dared to come under John’s command.
Being unable to train private soldiers was fatal for the son of the Miletino family.
According to the family law, all men who inherit the Miletino blood must take the succession qualification test on their eighteenth birthday, and it is a level that is absolutely impossible to pass on one’s own without any influence.
And failing the qualification test means having to leave your home.
There were only three days left until D-Day.
“Looking at Dupont today, I am worried that the level of the continent here does not seem low.”
“uh. “The key will depend on what level John is at.”
The two of us were thinking of joining John’s squire and helping him with his qualifications.
Of course, since he will not remain in Terah for the rest of his life, it is John’s responsibility to take care of it.
For now, I plan to follow the strategy guide.
He said that there would be good results if he could gain Dupont’s favor by raising John as a candidate for successor.
“But is it possible for just the two of us to help Johan pass the qualification test?”
With that, Shin Joo-ah tucked herself into the blanket and lay down on the bed.
He said it as if he wouldn’t sleep in the bed, but seeing as he was sticking out his face, he seemed to have changed his mind right away.
“If I fail, I’ll have to quit and leave quickly. “To a place where other quests can be created.”
Still, the best thing is to succeed in this important matter.
It could not have been a coincidence that two Duponts met so quickly on both continents. I had a feeling that something surprising was planned.
“Still, I have a feeling there will be good results here.”
“Since you’re a prophet, that feeling is usually correct, right?”
“That’s not always the case. The most accurate thing is to see the future through dreams… … .”
“Then go to sleep quickly. “Have a nice dream.”
“Then let’s get some sleep in a comfortable position.”
“… … uh.”
Shin Joo-ah was originally only wearing the hem of the blanket. So she began to take over her territory little by little.
-Continued in Episode 181-
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