Episode 168
EPISODE.84
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Just looking at the importance of the agenda, the discussion had to continue for several days.
However, just as important as it is, the danger is also a matter of urgency.
The debate lasted for several hours.
“Due to the nature of the warp gate, which cannot send a large number of people at once, it is unreasonable to send regular troops centered around the kingdom.”
“First of all, it seems like the priority is to move the 5th and 7th Corps to improvise a defensive line.”
“These are units that have supply lines nearby, so it’s not a bad idea.”
“After that, how about contacting nearby margraves to fill in the missing troops?”
At the end, the overall plan of the operation and the list of those to be dispatched to the southern part of the kingdom were also decided.
The total number of strong men who were dispatched was eleven. Among them, seven were wizards and four were Auror practitioners.
In fact, the number is almost half of the strong people currently remaining in the capital.
Even if we include those on missions, it would be close to one-fifth.
Moreover, it was a luxurious composition that included two of the four tower owners of the royal capital, White Tower owner Amelia Merwin and Yellow Tower owner Niccolo Machiavelli.
‘Are they leaving only the minimum number of manpower to prepare for an unexpected situation?’
Of course, Russell was included in one of them.
No, not only Russell, but Vermilion and Hubert were no exception.
Among magicians, those who boast the most powerful firepower are those who have the fire attribute and inherited the lineage of the Red Tower.
They were the War Mages who could reduce dozens or more to ashes in one fell swoop.
It makes no sense to leave them out.
Since the Spear Tower and Flame Tower Master remained in the royal capital to prepare for any kind of emergency, it was the best decision.
“They are a number of monsters that are difficult to estimate.”
When the list was completed, the King. Alfonso Ratmos opened his mouth.
He made eye contact with each person on the list and spoke emphatically.
“I don’t know how they appeared, but it is clear that if we allow them to set foot on our country’s territory, the damage will grow uncontrollably.”
He spat it out in a firm voice.
“Make sure not even a single monster can cross the border.”
Those who had been given the task responded in unison.
“I accept His Majesty’s orders!!”
A loud shout echoed throughout the conference room.
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Preparations for departure were made quickly.
Not only were there not that many in number to begin with, but they were all high-ranking mages who could use subspace magic.
There was no reason to pack the wagon in a complicated way.
Of course, Auror practitioners were also included… … , just give them an artifact with built-in subspace magic.
like that.
After completing preparations in just a few hours, Daria approached the executioners waiting to use the warp gate.
I personally adjusted their clothes.
“I know very well that your skills are not lacking, but since there are so many monsters, I can’t help but worry.”
She spoke in a voice full of worry, like a mother putting her child on the water.
“Besides, the battlefield is a place where even a blind arrow can kill you… … .”
Eventually, Daria stopped in front of Russell and opened the hem of his robe and said,
“Don’t worry about not being able to contact Her Highness. “I will pass it on to you.”
Russell smiled slightly and shook his head at his teacher’s joke to change the mood.
“I’m not worried.”
“… … ?”
“He is still difficult to understand, but he is not so young that he cannot distinguish between public and private matters.”
Even when you sulk or act rudely, you don’t cross the line. The Hecate that Russell had ever seen was that kind of woman.
Daria, who had made fun of Russell’s answer, laughed a little.
“You guys have become such a loving wife.”
I reached out my hand and gently brushed the hair below Russell’s ear.
Although it is not a real war, the youngest disciple is on a mission equivalent to it. Is it because this is the first time Russell has been deployed?
I felt like I was becoming sentimental somehow.
‘That child too… … I’m sure he grew up to be this handsome.’
For no reason, it feels like the face of someone lost a long time ago is reflected on Russell’s face. Without realizing it, my fingertips were shaking… … .
“… … “Master?”
Russell was suspicious of the incomprehensible attitude.
Daria hastily withdrew her hand.
“no. It’s nothing. Hmm.”
Clearing his throat, he saw off the three brothers, including Russell.
“Please come back safely.”
A bright halo of light enveloped them.
Flash!
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“Ugh—.”
No matter how many times I use this damn warp gate, I can never get used to it.
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Russell muttered as he noticed the clock changing, feeling slightly motion sick.
“… … “This is already my second visit here.”
Vermillion nodded and accepted the words.
“Right. “The last time I went to Underworld, I used this branch’s warp gate.”
If you look at it closely, Russell and Vermilion are not new to the world.
Of course, that doesn’t mean there’s a need for the two of them to act as guides.
Not only was the route to Underworld or the Great Forest indicated on the map, but the party included not only dwarves but also elves.
“Are you here?”
As they walked out of the branch, Nicolo was executed by them.
In front of him, the knights and wizards who had arrived earlier were gathered in a huddle.
Elves and dwarves were also among them.
“Now, if only the people from the Spear Tower and the White Tower come, that’s it.”
Since it was not possible for many people to move to the warp gate at once, the gates installed at each royal capital’s magic tower were used separately.
While waiting, Russell turned his head. Take a moment to gaze towards the southwest, toward the red canyon.
He asked as he approached Azlan, the elf sitting among the crowd.
“Can I ask you one thing?”
“… … ?”
“Perhaps one of the elves of the White Ash Tree Tribe is called Ior… … .”
Before Russell could finish speaking, he muttered in an embarrassed tone.
“How could you… … .”
He then checked his black hair and red eyes, then opened his eyes wide and said.
“okay. You are the one Io was talking about! “For some reason, for a human, the scent of a spirit is strong!”
“yes?”
“I heard a lot from Io. Dirty human… … . No, he saved Ionim and his family from those with ugly hearts among humans… … .”
“I guess you know Io well.”
“sure. Even though we are not from the same tribe, he is the Sentinel of the clan.”
“Sentinel… … .”
Russell had also heard that name.
‘Generally speaking, guardians refer to warriors who protect the tribe among the elves.’
Azlan in front of him was also one of those guardians.
The first guardian is said to have the most outstanding skills within the tribe.
However, there were some warriors who protected not only those tribes, but also the entire elf race.
‘They are the Sentinels.’
I never thought Io would have made it to Sentinel. Was that also an effect of awakening the power of the dragon?
With that in mind, Russell asked.
“Are you okay, Io?”
“of course.”
At that question, Azlan nods his head as if he is proud.
“You built a cordon for the young and injured elves until the very end, and even the moment I left, you were fighting on the front lines for your clan.”
It was said that Azlan started heading to Endymion about five days ago.
‘At least the story is that there were no major problems until then.’
It was then.
With a powerful wave of magical power, two women and a man appeared from inside the branch.
“… … “Dochaak.”
The identity of the girl with a sleepy voice and a white rabbit doll flying through the air is, of course, Baektapju. It was Amelia Merwin.
The middle-aged woman wearing a pure white robe underneath was also a tower lord-level wizard belonging to the White Tower of the Royal Capital.
And one more thing.
A man wearing a blue robe was also with them.
‘Alan Page.’
In place of Hemingway Melville, the spear tower master in charge of defending the royal capital, his best disciple, Alan, was included in this mission.
He made eye contact with Russell and nodded slightly.
Meanwhile, Nicolo, who confirmed that everyone had arrived, got up from the rock he was sitting on.
thud-.
A light step attracted attention and opened a sub-space.
I took out the map and floated it in the air.
Wow-.
Even though Nicolo and Amelia Merwin were on the same level, it was he who took on the role of general commander in this subjugation.
“Haaaam-.”
Amelia Merwin flew next to him and yawned. Meanwhile, Nicolo opened his mouth.
“From here to the border, assuming we move with all our might, it will take just over two days. and… … .”
Instead of calculating the time it would take to travel, I pointed at a place on the map and asked Azlan and Mathers.
“Is this where the Fairy Alliance’s command center is located?”
Since they were united over a common enemy, it was necessary to face them as the representative of Endymion.
“Yes, when we left, the command center was located at that point. If nothing else happens… … .”
“The time it took to get to Endymion… … bird. One day in the royal capital, and then again on the way back… … “Five days.”
A drowsy voice cut off Azlan’s words.
This may be because the sense of time of the long-lived elves is that ten days is no different from a moment.
Otherwise, I don’t know if it’s because of the peaceful life inside the forest.
Unlike the elves, Nicolo and Amelia had experience gained from fighting against the empire.
“It’s a time when nothing special happens on the battlefield.”
Nicolo nodded and accepted the words.
“… … Either the front was pushed forward, or it was pushed back. It’s probably one of two things. “It’s probably the latter in this case.”
“that!?”
“Huh, uh, is that really true?”
Azlan and Mathers raised their voices at the same time as Amelia continued.
“The 5th and 7th Corps will arrive in ten days at the earliest.”
“huh. “Because it is a large army for infantrymen, it will take some time to move.”
The two archmages quickly exchanged glances.
Their first mission was to stop the front line from retreating and drive them back into the forest.
“We have no choice but to speed up our efforts.”
“If we reduce the trip to the border to one and a half days and the trip to the command center to two and a half days, four days will be enough… … .”
After saying that, Amelia Merwin turned to her companions and asked.
“You can do it, right?”
Since most of the people present here were familiar with war, the answer came immediately.
“of course. Tower owner!”
“Compared to the forced march we experienced in the last war, this is nothing!”
Leaving that answer behind, Nicolò did not experience war.
I asked the two mages of the newly born kingdom—Russell and Alan.
“What about you guys? “Can you come after me?”
This is my first time participating in a war as a top level wizard.
However, before returning to work as a freelancer, I was already used to this or that forced march.
What can I say now that conditions are better than then?
Russell, feeling the eyes of his companions focusing on him, answered confidently.
I guess it’s not that difficult.
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