Episode 135
‘I guess so?’
I don’t know exactly where the king’s tomb is, but I think the king’s remains are generally buried in the islands.
It is even the remains of an unknown king.
He is the most recognized and respected king of all time.
There is a possibility that he was buried in his hometown rather than in the system, but even the name of the Unknown King, let alone his origins, is still a mystery.
According to records, it appears suddenly as if it had fallen during a time of war… … .
However, from the description of the size and appearance of the Unknown King’s most famous weapons, the Sword of Seven Sins and the Red King’s Armor, it was possible to tell that he was a human.
The most famous thing was the red fire that burned brightly like a sunset.
[Then there must be a piece of Ilchu Ilchu somewhere here.]
‘It is said to be a piece of autumn… … .’
[It is one of the seven pieces needed to restore the Seven Deadly Sins Sword.]
I closed my mouth.
Come to think of it, the Seven Deadly Sins Sword was now half destroyed. Even in this state, it was quite usable, so I forgot about it.
[That’s good. I got it while I was here.]
‘Is there really a need for that? I don’t think there will be any advantage to me in restoring the Seven Deadly Sins Sword.’
[I know that Yeonja has a tendency not to rely on weapons. However, obtaining a piece of the Ilchu does not simply mean that the Seven Deadly Sins Sword becomes stronger.]
‘What do you mean?’
[The restoration of the Seven Deadly Sins Sword means the restoration of my existence. As I said before, there are limitations to simply conveying information in its current state, but as we obtain pieces and restore the Seven Deadly Sins Sword, those limitations will become lighter.]
‘Then can you tell me about Master?’
Then, Musin seemed to laugh bitterly and said.
[It’s still a long way to go. Still, if you collect the pieces, you will definitely find out someday.]
‘hmm… … .’
Actually, there are many directions where I can get information now.
Because there was Sanghyeolgong and Rise.
but… … .
Somehow, I thought that the person who knew the most about the forgotten era was the forgotten martial god.
In any case, he was the one who witnessed that era firsthand.
‘It is the Tomb of the Nameless King…’ … .’
I have something to ask.
I got up from my seat, immediately opened the partition door, and went over to where Hector was.
There were only two people, Hector and Seren, who occupied this spacious compartment, but a rather funny scene unfolded inside.
These two guys were sitting end to end as if they didn’t even know each other.
Seren was looking outside with a bored expression with her forehead against the window.
Hector seemed to be reading a book.
“I get motion sick when I read a book in a carriage.”
“… “I’m not prone to motion sickness, so it’s okay.”
Hector closed the book and looked at me.
“Is there something I need to see?”
“I have something to ask.”
I immediately explained the situation to Hector.
Hector listened to my story, thought deeply, and then opened his mouth.
“I want to enter the Tomb of the Nameless King… … . “It’s not impossible, but it will be quite difficult.”
“why?”
“When it comes to the founding king of the empire, most people choose Xinus I, but some say that the unknown king is the true founding king. In any case, it was the nameless king’s achievement to unite the seven races and establish an empire… … . Therefore, the Tomb of the Unknown King is located in the deepest part of the imperial palace manor.”
“That means… … .”
“Basically, no one except the royal family can enter.”
You’re hitting the mark.
I thought for a moment and then asked.
“Don’t you think that being basic means there are exceptions?”
“Yes. “If you can accompany the royal family, you will be able to enter.”
Because of the royal family… … .
To ordinary citizens, they may be like the moon above the clouds, but in times like this, their status as badniks came in handy.
Badniker is a family with great power, one of the most powerful in the empire.
Even if they are members of the royal family, they are not inferior in rank.
“Can you please let go of the strings?”
“I didn’t know you were so interested in the Unknown King.”
Hector spoke in a slightly surprised tone and added with an embarrassed face.
“It’s not impossible, but… It’s difficult right now. “The only person in the imperial family who is close to me is Lantus, but he won’t be in the system right now.”
If it’s Lantus, he’s probably the 4th prince.
This is the guy who also participated in Badnicker’s blessing ceremony.
“Hmm… … .”
As I was thinking about it, Hector said.
“That doesn’t mean there isn’t a way. “Because our destination is the academy.”
“what do you mean?”
“There are two members of the royal family currently attending the Academy.”
“oh… who?”
“3rd prince and 4th princess. “If you become friends with those two people, you will be able to enter the Tomb of the Nameless King.”
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Hector continued in a slightly embarrassed tone.
“Of course, it won’t be easy to get to know them in the academy environment, my status as a transfer student, and the limited time of three months.”
“Hmm.”
“Personally, I recommend Glenn, the third prince. “Because I heard that her 4th princess, Perist, doesn’t enjoy interacting with her.”
“okay. thank you.”
“… okay.”
And Hector looked at me and suddenly cleared his throat and said.
“Ma, I’m asking you, the youngest, to do this as an older brother-”
“Hector? “Are you okay for a moment?”
At that moment, the driver stuck his head out slightly.
“What’s going on?”
“We will be arriving at the academy soon, but we are told that we will need Badniker’s seal before entering.”
“hmm… i get it.”
Hector left first with a sad look on his face, and I was about to leave because I had nothing more to do.
“you.”
Suddenly Seren grabbed me.
“why?”
“What business are you going to the Tomb of the Nameless King?”
I responded while looking at Seren’s unique glass bead-like eyes.
“I was originally interested in the Unknown King. “It was my dream to stop by whenever I came to the islands.”
“That guy didn’t even know where the Tomb of the Nameless King was?”
… Is it sharp?
As I kept my mouth shut because I had nothing to say in response, Seren hesitated for a moment and then spoke.
“Don’t approach the royal family carelessly.”
“what?”
“anyway.”
Seren just said those words and closed her eyes.
“… … .”
If someone else had said the same thing, I would have taken it as meaning not to act rashly in front of the noble blood of the royal family… … .
Seren’s words are somehow meaningful.
‘… Is there something to the royal family?’
There was no time to continue my thoughts.
At that moment, the carriage stopped, and the coachman’s voice was heard.
“We have arrived at Cartel Academy!”
* * *
Among the ‘Twilight Rivers’ that cross the islands, the widest river is a whopping 5 kilometers wide.
The Cartel Academy was established on an island in the middle of the river.
The island was large enough to be used only as an academy site, but it is said that it was not this size from the beginning.
It is said that the current size was secured through continuous expansion construction.
Of course, it was impossible to block the downstream of the river, so it took on a vertically elongated shape.
Anyway, after crossing the bridge that was the only entrance to the island, we finally stood at the entrance to the academy.
“Wow… … .”
“It’s crazy.”
The moment I saw the Cartel Academy, gasps erupted from all directions again.
I too am at a loss as to what kind of building to call this.
It looks like a castle, a tower, or a temple.
Usually, when there are many different feelings in one building, it tends to be chaotic, but I didn’t really feel that way right now.
As someone who has no knowledge of architecture, I could only say, ‘It’s amazing.’
“Our precious guests have finally arrived.”
At that time, an old man appeared with a soft voice.
Beautiful wrinkles, belly-length beard, thin glasses, and a kind smile… … .
If you made him wear a wide-brimmed hat and a staff made of old wood, he would look exactly like the wizard based on my prejudices.
‘… ‘I’m a bit touched.’
The tip of my nose feels slightly sore.
Since the wizards I met after the regression were so bad and evil, I feel relieved to see such a classic appearance.
Hector and Barter bowed their heads politely.
“Hello, Dean. “This is Hector Badniker.”
“This is Barter Goodspring.”
“haha. The two of us get to see the future of the empire together. “It’s an honor.”
Dean of Cartel Academy.
That means that the old man with a good laugh is the 7th ranked purple archmage – Alderson Marvre.
Alderson said, looking at Hector.
“How are you, Mr. Assad?”
“You are correcting it.”
“That’s a good thing.”
Asad, the hermit and guardian of Badniker, is also a wizard of seven colors.
He is the green archmage who ranks 4th in rank.
Naturally, there is some interaction with Alderson, the same wizard of seven colors.
“But there are more people than I thought. I’m a bit embarrassed because I didn’t expect the number of people in Good Spring… … .”
As Alderson said, the number of people at the proof ceremony was more than twenty at a glance.
Including our 10 people, there are a total of about 30 people.
A total of 30 members is too large a number to be incorporated.
Alderson burst into laughter, stroked his beard, and spoke in a somewhat meaningful voice.
“Well, it will work out somehow. “Just follow me.”
We rumbled after Alderson… We passed between well-paved roads and street lights and arrived at a tower-shaped building.
“This place… … ?”
“Cartel Academy’s specialty is the [Tower of Training].”
It is a very high height.
‘Roughly… ‘Is it about 200 meters?’
At this scale, it could easily be called a magic tower.
Alderson said with a grin.
“As I said, it looks like we need to reduce the number of people. It’s like a transfer test… … . “Only the fifteen who have risen to the highest level will receive the Young Masters from the academy.”
“hmm… “What happens to the people who don’t make it to the list?”
“I’m sorry, but I cannot allow you to transfer. Please return.”
Immediately a groan came from Goodspring.
“Well, that can’t be possible.”
“Isn’t the story wrong?”
“How did we get here…” … .”
On the other hand, our guys’ attitude was calm, and that’s because it was a somewhat familiar trend.
If you’re going to quit in order of grades, that’s something I’ve experienced several times at Badniker’s retreat.
I saw the tower again.
Although it is extremely high, it doesn’t seem that difficult to climb.
‘But something… … .’
As for the name ‘Pagoda of Training’, there is something strange about it.
I asked Hector if he felt the same discomfort.
“Is the standard not to climb fast, but to climb high?”
“I see.”
Alderson looked around and said.
“The height of this tower is about 217.1 meters and the number of floors is 5. “There are stairs inside, so climbing them shouldn’t be difficult.”
About 200 meters.
It is a high height, but it is a height that the guys here can climb without difficulty.
in other words.
“… Is there something inside?”
Alderson said, smiling kindly.
“Wouldn’t it be fun if I explained everything? There’s no need to rush. “Once you enter the tower, everyone will know.”
“hmm… … .”
“The deadline is today. Oh, and all the loot you get inside this tower is yours.”
“What you mean by spoils of war is…” … ?”
“From simple gold coins to precious metals, books, and magic tools I made myself… … . “There are various rewards available.”
“… … !”
At those words, the leaders murmured again.
Alderson let out a good-natured laugh.
“Please think of it as a ride and have fun. “Hehehe.”
At those words, the leaders rushed to the tower, and I was slightly impressed.
As expected, not all wizards are spoiled seeds.
Blaming myself for being prejudiced against wizards, I also followed in the footsteps of the leaders.
* * *
Immediately after the leaders left… … .
A young man approached where Alderson was.
It was Morland, one of the professors at Cartel Academy.
“You’re joking too much, Dean.”
“hmm?”
“Half of them won’t even make it past the first floor.”
At those words, Alderson let out a characteristic guttural laugh.
“I don’t know what will happen with that. Professor Morland, you must not underestimate the potential of young people.”
“I’ve never underestimated you, but… … .”
Morland sighed.
At first glance, it appears that Alderson is placing high hopes on those young leaders, but in reality, this is not the case.
Every student at Cartel Academy knows this.
What kind of place is that place called [Tower of Training]?
In each section of the five-story tower, there are various problems, puzzles, and traps prepared with great care by Alderson.
Of course, it’s not so threatening that you’ll get seriously hurt or lose your life… … .
This feeling is enough to cause frustration and trauma for young people with dreams of fortune.
“There’s nothing wrong with each other in the first place, right? I am motivated by seeing the challenges of energetic young people, and they also have the opportunity to receive a reward commensurate with their great challenge… … . “I always value equity.”
“… … .”
It’s not wrong.
Hidden in the tower are items that can be considered treasures.
Not only are the magic tools made by Alderson, the wizard of the Seven Colors, stored there, but also various collectibles that he acquired at great cost.
Even ‘that object’ that Orland cherishes the most.
but… … .
‘For someone who loves fairness so much, why did you put all the rewards on the 4th and 5th floors…? … .’
Morland knows.
No matter how talented a person is in Yeongdo, it is impossible to rise higher than the third floor.
Of course.
On the 4th floor, most of the academy professors’ classes were abandoned midway.
Alderson said excitedly.
“now! There is no time for this. Quickly go to the control room. I want to drink Professor Betty’s tea. “There are cookies left from the Etique refreshment shop, so it would be best if we eat them together and look around.”
Morland sighed again and followed suit.
‘It’s pitiful, but I can’t help it… … .’
Hoping that the number of frustrated leaders would be small, Morland followed Alderson.
* * *
A sign greeted us as we entered the interior of the tower.
[Welcome to the rainbow floor!]
[※First rule※]
[Conversation is prohibited on this floor.]
[If violated, penalty.]
… This is a trend that feels like déjà vu.
fantasy,
