Children of the Holy Emperor Chapter 212

212. Lycanslope Road (6)

“… “You gave me that sword!?”

Old man Vincent’s face turned pale.

I couldn’t bear to see my son, so I snuck back in late at night, and the famous sword that I cherished and never let go of wherever I went had disappeared.

“you… you… … !”

Given the prince’s mood, I guessed that he wouldn’t just let it go. I never expected him to steal my beloved sword!

Although he was devastated by the unexpected result, Hendrik Sigismund, the person who handed over the sword, had a calm face.

“Aren’t you just looking at it every day without being able to use it anyway? “That sword does not match my father’s imperial sword method or Banahas practice.”

“You’re saying that because you don’t know the true value of that sword!”

What is that sword!

Isn’t this the greatest sword forged by the hidden master, the master known to have created General Gael’s Arjuna?

“Why did I spend so much money to get it! “If Ortona had not fallen, would we have been able to obtain that treasure at such a price?”

“After all, it is the sword of a ruined nation, and it is a sword suited only to practice methods that are being put into practice. Why do you care so much about the ornaments found by idle collectors? “It’s not like your father.”

“But that doesn’t mean it’s so easy to get that precious cloud iron sword…” … !”

“If you try to get the Cloud Iron Sword again, it’s not impossible.”

No, that’s not it!

Old man Vincent stamped his feet in frustration.

“That’s no ordinary meteor! “It was said to be a sword made of a material that could never be reproduced with current continental sword technology, and the method of handling it has now been lost!”

But Margrave Hendrick’s eyes remained cold.

“Then doesn’t that mean you can’t forge a new sword with it anyway? What on earth do you use that for? “No matter how rare it is, didn’t your father plan on taking it to the grave instead of selling it anyway?”

The son, who had no interest in the sword, did not place any value on the ugly sword that would not be of any help to the family.

In the end, old Vincent had no choice but to swallow his anger and yell at his son.

“But it’s my sword! “Shouldn’t you have at least asked this father’s intentions?”

“Do you mean intention?”

For the first time, a hint of anger flashed in the Margrave’s previously dull eyes.

“Then did your father commit such an accident by asking about my intentions? ‘Treason’? Did he intend to roll up the whole clan and eat it?”

“That’s just the young bastard’s pretense! “Treason!”

“I heard you drew your sword? I heard he almost pointed it at the prince? “Do you think I don’t have eyes or ears?!”

In the first place, old Vincent committed lese majeste in front of too many people.

I tried my best to make it up to a small mistake, but Prince Mores was not as soft an opponent as I thought.

“Do you know where that is? Can you imagine how thorough the preparations he has made to tie our family into a state of immobility! “Why do you dare to touch someone like that?”

After receiving reports of his movements at the Count’s residence, I expected that he would be a formidable person despite his young age.

But when I actually met Prince Mores, it was all just the tip of the iceberg.

Weren’t the words the prince quietly uttered while requesting the discontinuation of the distribution of medicinal teas be enough to chill the margrave’s spirit at times?

-Milo merchant owner Giacomo Milo will be arrested on charges of being a devil contractor. There is already enough evidence, and a complaint has already been filed with the Heresy Tribunal.

At first glance, it seemed like Milo was cleverly aiming only at the top, but the Margrave did not know that if he took just one step further, the Sigismund family could become entangled with the Dark Church.

Moreover, thanks to the atrocities of the old man who thoughtlessly committed the crime of blasphemy, couldn’t he have been denounced as a devil worshiper who dared to rebel against the royal family under the instigation of the devil?

If the prince had only had a strong mind, he could have made it happen with all his heart. Because the prince also hinted at that several times during the conversation.

-Of course, since there was no time to rest due to the vigilance of the demonic realm, you would not have been able to keep track of everything that was happening in the corners of the territory. If he had known, I think the Margrave would not have tolerated this.

However, it was obvious what the prince was really trying to say as he slightly twitched the corner of his mouth while saying that.

-You left it knowingly, right? I know everything. There is also evidence. If you mess up even a little bit in the future, you know?

There is only one reason why he didn’t do it. He said that if he buried the Sigismund family now, there would be no benefit for the imperial family.

What kind of family is the Sigismund family? Isn’t this an efficient dog that will protect the boundaries of the magic world on its own if you give it a certain amount of support every year?

-We communicate really well with you. I think we can continue to be good partners, Margrave.

Anyway, regardless of its utility, the prince had no hesitation in forcing various things on the pretext of his weakness. It seemed like they wanted to cut down on the subsidies that came from the imperial family every year.

Even if I had slowed down just a little bit, I would have been completely wiped out without even leaving a single root.

It was truly fortunate that the prince finally sold his attention on a useless decorative sword.

“I can’t believe I’m tempted by such a fancy, decorative sword. “No matter how experienced I act, I’m still just a young boy.”

“What a show! Hendrick, that is truly a sword like no other in the world… … !”

Hearing the complaints of the unfair old man in one ear, the Margrave quietly sighed in relief.

* * *

That night.

Seongjin, who completed his meditation before going to bed, fell into a comfortable sleep inside the ice tent despite the cold temperature.

It felt great to get something unexpected, and the little magic stone Sisley gave me did its job well.

Thanks to this, Seongjin’s bed became reasonably warm to the point where it felt comfortable, even without using a separate auror.

‘I guess I’ll have to thank the little guy later… … .’

Seongjin repeated that and fell asleep contentedly.

Former Dekaron Knight Bruno, as well as Sir Martha and Maria, who were skilled in Auror management, quickly adapted to the cold and fell into a deep sleep.

However, the situation was different in the case of Sir Claudia, Sir Calmen, and the two paladins.

It’s not that he was immature in using Auras, but he wasn’t at the point where he was unconsciously circulating Auras while he was sleeping.

The soldiers provided a small brazier considering the circumstances of the first-time guests.

However, in order to heat the furnace in a small ice tent that did not even have proper ventilation in order to maximize heat retention, the tent entrance had to be left slightly open to let in the cold wind.

Eventually, they, who had been sleeping and waking up repeatedly inside the tent, were unable to overcome the cold and rushed out of the tent.

Fortunately, there were a couple of bonfires set up outside the tent. Soldiers on watch and those working night shifts were all gathered in front of the bonfire, drinking warm stew and tea.

“Don’t be so nervous, come here and warm up. “I’ll give you a cup of tea.”

For the people at the base, it was quite amusing to see young, inexperienced knights from the Imperial Capital unable to adapt to the cold and having trouble sleeping.

However, he did not intentionally try to be territorial just to make them suffer more. This may be thanks to the stable atmosphere of the front line and the reassurance provided by the ice walls, which gave me peace of mind compared to the flocking army of demonic beasts.

Of course, it was also the fault of the Wolf Knights, who traveled with them in the Imperial Capital, who treated them quite friendly.

“What car is this?”

“Oat tea. “It is probably a grain that is not commonly eaten in the Imperial Capital, but the only grains grown around here are oats and a little barley.”

The group, who had been nervous about Sir Oscar’s answer as if it might be a medicine tea, sighed in relief and accepted the warm tea.

Sir Oscar, vice-captain of the Wolf Knights, was in charge of night security on behalf of Sir Ilma. Although I didn’t know the details, I could sense that the group from the Imperial Capital was strangely reluctant to use the [Medicine Tea].

“No need to worry. Drinking medicinal tea is prohibited on the front lines. Occasionally, someone will relax and fall asleep or talk strangely in their sleep while on guard. That’s why the Margrave himself recently banned medicine trucks from entering the base.”

Sir Valerie and Sir Sharon gave each other a small glance. As expected, it was clear that Margrave Sigismund had some knowledge of the effects of the medicinal tea.

The group is warming up while drinking warm grain tea.

Ooooh-

Lycanslope’s cries were once again heard nearby.

“Those guys are messing around again! “What on earth are they planning?”

Following Sir Oscar, who grumbled and got up from his seat, the group climbed the ice wall and looked towards the snowy field in the distance.

As the saying goes, several Lycanslopes were hovering near the ice wall. However, when they detect them on the ice wall, they are soon driven out into the coniferous forest.

They continue to gather in the snowy fields, but they rarely come within direct firing range of the bow.

“Your eyesight has increased.”

As Sir Valerie said, the number of people wandering around the snowy fields and touching the ice walls has increased to dozens.

“There are a lot more lycanslopes gathered in that forest. The number gathered now alone is over 1,000, and that number is moving south. “Isn’t it a pretty scary sight?”

When I looked at the direction Sir Oscar was pointing to, I saw dozens or hundreds of bright lights shining brightly through the dense coniferous trees.

Perhaps the Lycanslopes, who have a vision far superior to that of humans, are observing each and every movement of the party even from a great distance.

“Although they were engulfed by the demonic energy of the Demon Lord and turned into demonic beasts, they are still people who have basic thoughts. Even though he went south along the road, he probably didn’t have the courage to cross the ice wall.”

Sir Oscar snorted.

However, to the group who were not familiar with the magical beast called Lycan Slope, the calm eyes that were all focused in this direction seemed somewhat ominous, like a sign of something.

Isn’t it like the sight of wild beasts taking their last breath in front of their prey?

“… Is it because of my mood? “It’s like I’m waiting for something.”

At the end, Sir Claudia’s trembling voice.

The group stood quietly on the ice wall for a while, unable to take their eyes off the forest’s glare.

* * *

licking. Something wet licks my cheek.

Seongjin, who suddenly woke up, came to his senses when he heard a low voice calling him.

[Lowering.]

Early morning, before dawn.

A wolf larger than a calf was standing next to Seongjin’s bed, staring down at him.

It was so large that it filled the tent, but the reason it didn’t look that threatening was probably because of its calm black eyes.

“… “Max.”

[Shh-]

Seongjin stood up and opened his mouth, but the wolf quietly warned him.

[The knights you brought may wake up. All you have to do is nod your head.]

Only then did Seongjin realize that the other person was speaking with resignation.

What on earth is going on?

[If it’s okay, would you like to come out with me for a moment? I have something to show you.]

now?

Seongjin was dumbfounded by the sudden proposal, but with an ominous premonition that he did not know what it was, Seongjin put on a warm winter suit and put on a sword belt with a nutcracker attached to it.

Then softly. Max waved her tail once before turning her back to Seongjin.

[There is no time. I have to get back quickly, so get on my back.]

… Take a ride?

No, it looks like it’s about the size of a pony.

Seongjin hesitates, but Max’s tail wags gently and peacefully. When Seongjin, who had been strangely distracted by him, climbed onto the back of the horse, the wolf made a request in a low voice.

[Please kill all signs like before.]

Auror concealment?

Seongjin, who roughly guessed, killed the sight, and the wolf immediately rushed out of the tent. And soon the wolf’s windy run began.

It was so fast that I couldn’t even open my eyes because the wind was blowing so hard in my face.

The wolf jumped over the ice wall in an instant, then jumped onto the high cliff and started heading north.

[Lee Seong-jin.]

At that time, the Demon King whispered.

[I have been feeling a little bit of magical energy from this wolf just now.]

okay?

Seongjin checked the surroundings with the help of the demon king’s spiritual eyes.

Sure enough, a purple aura spreads beneath Max’s feet every time he steps on the ice.

‘Can you feel that at Max’s feet?’

[Huh, after hearing it, it seems like that… … .]

Meanwhile, Max was heading north like the wind, and before he knew it, he was running over a steep ice canyon.

Eventually, the place where the wolf stopped was a high hill overlooking a small group of Lycanslopes.

“That… … .”

[That is the Lycan Slope Road.]

Even without the explanation, Seongjin could intuitively know that the gnome was the leader.

A huge body that appears to be 1.5 times the size of the others.

‘You’re wearing clothes…’ … .’

It was like that.

Unlike the Lycanslopes, who were naked like wild monsters, this one wore short skirt-like clothing and even had a sparkling goldwork necklace around its neck. In many ways, doesn’t it remind you of the Lycan Slope Road you saw in Labyrinth before?

Of course, the one I saw in the labyrinth was bigger and more flashy.

‘But, wait a minute. Which means Rod is here… … .’

Are you saying that their main target is not the 3rd ice wall?

What on earth are you planning?

[Due to the closedness of the guard post and the lack of means of transportation, it is not easy for the Wolf Knights to scout this far.]

Max, who was looking down at the scene, spoke quietly.

[In addition, Sigismund has not yet suffered a large-scale attack in the canyon. Demonic beasts, including the Lycan Slopelord, are plotting in the canyon, but Sigismund will also send his third force to the snowy icy cliffs today. If all goes as planned, the troops in the canyon and around Lake Salz will not be reinforced at all.]

okay. I understand how worried he is.

Perhaps they want Seongjin to personally convey this fact to the Wolf Knights and the Margrave.

however.

“Why are you showing this to me?”

To be honest, wouldn’t it be okay to be seen by anyone in the Wolf Knights, not Seongjin?

[that… … .]

Then Max hesitated and opened his mouth.

[This is because it is difficult to ride on the back except for degradation. If it weren’t for my feet, it would be impossible to reach the canyon in one go.]

“hmm”

Seongjin looked at Max’s tail, which was moving around alone. Compared to the bastard’s calm expression, his tail was showing excitement as if it were a separate creature.

“This guy can transform at will and moves like his own limbs, but it still seems impossible to completely control the emotions his subordinates feel.”

Seongjin looked straight into the eyes of the giant wolf dog and smiled.

The dry yet calm black eyes that I had become accustomed to seeing often recently.

“Right, Louise?”

fantasy,