Episode 161
While I was gathering my thoughts for a moment, Leone gently pushed away my fist that was wrapped in her palm.
Then he smiled brightly as if he was waiting for my answer.
“… … .”
What is this guy doing?
By this time, we have already met three times.
Even though I don’t know the inside story, it was enough times to know roughly what he was thinking and what he was moving for… … .
I still know very little about this guy.
So, let’s think about it simply.
‘Is it the enemy?’
Not really.
It was thanks to Leone’s advice that I learned that Dean Alderson was a doll… … .
They were able to surprise me, who had not yet realized their presence.
If they were real enemies in the first place, there were plenty of opportunities to do much more annoying things.
‘Are they allies?’
However, it was difficult to nod my head to this question.
For some reason, I felt like the reason this guy was helping me was some kind of plot. At least it is not an action that comes from good intentions.
In other words, he is a guy you can trust right now.
“How are you going to help me?”
It would be better if this guy had his own plan. At least I won’t hit you in the back until you achieve your plan.
Appropriate cooperation, appropriate vigilance.
These are perfect conditions for holding hands for a while.
“Are you trying to find a dean?”
“that’s right.”
“Hmm.”
Leone’s head was tilted. He was momentarily dazed by the sight of what seemed like a plan.
Is this guy planning a plan on the spot?
His head tilted from side to side, and his ink-like hair flowed gently.
I took a moment to notice the color of the hair.
In the Empire, black hair is in some ways a rarer color than red hair.
Burning red hair like Glenn’s is rare, but reddish-brown or orange-colored hair can be seen surprisingly often.
Representative cases include Arjan and Palm.
On the other hand, black hair is difficult to find.
Badnicker’s ancestor is a black fairy, so he often has black hair… … . Other than that, it means that it is a rare color that is difficult to find even across the continent.
‘And even bright red eyes like a rabbit.’
Black hair and red eyes.
Leone is the hardest to find in the Empire with two colors at the same time.
Is it just a coincidence that I was born with such characteristics?
or not… … .
“good.”
Leone’s lips moved, breaking his thoughts.
“That is Khajitta, the commander of the Hellfire Corps. “He’s quite an oddball among demons.”
And suddenly, I realized that this guy spoke differently than last time.
It wasn’t awkward.
That doesn’t mean that this is his natural way of speaking, but it just felt like whatever speaking style suits him well.
“geezer?”
“A natural warrior? “I can’t say it’s fair and square, but I prefer a one-on-one match.”
“The devil is unmanned?”
I laughed out loud at the nonsense. It was okay to say it was a laugh.
However, Leone responded without any sign of offense.
“If the two of you attack each other, you will literally get ‘fiery’ angry. “I will use my power to my heart’s content, so we will both be reduced to ashes in an instant.”
“Then what should we do?”
“I’m saying let’s share the burden. While one person takes charge of Kajitta, the other person takes charge of the dean. All you have to do is take some time. “That devil is tied up in this dungeon anyway, so after rescuing him, he can just run away.”
“… … .”
It’s a good operation.
If everything this guy says is true.
Let’s pretend we are being fooled and proceed according to this guy’s plan.
Then, one thing is important.
“So who’s going to fight him?”
Of course, it is much more difficult and dangerous to buy time against the big devil called the corps commander.
Leone will know that.
Of course, I plan to fight the devil if possible, but… … .
Separately, I’m curious about Leone’s intentions.
“You decide.”
Leone said with a smile.
“I don’t care either way. “It’s a versatile body.”
“… … .”
I didn’t know it would come out like this.
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I said with my arms crossed.
“Who is more confident?”
“hmm. I guess it’s probably about rescue, right? “I’m confident in hiding my presence.”
Sreuk… … .
As soon as she said those words, Leone’s presence became faint. Even though it was right in front of me.
‘It seems like a ghost.’
I nodded.
“good. I’ll take charge of the devil.”
“Good idea.”
Leone’s eyes were slightly bent.
It’s an ambiguous response.
They seemed to be happy with the unexpected reaction, or they seemed satisfied with the expected reaction.
I have a few questions about this guy… … .
You can ask questions after you find Dean Alderson.
“Then good luck.”
Leone waved his hand and soon disappeared beyond the darkness of the dark dungeon.
As I looked at where Leone was, I realized one thing.
That guy is not a doll.
‘… hmm.’
For now, that’s all.
After clearing my mind, I looked directly at the corps commander named Kajitta and deliberately revealed my presence.
As you get closer, the smell of sulfur fills your nose.
Jeopuk-.
[…] … .]
I thought he was a guy with no facial features, but that wasn’t the case.
Blue flames flickered inside the burning fire head, and it was writhing in shapes like eyes and mouth.
It’s not a compensation certificate.
When I saw the fireworks, the feeling that our eyes had met became a certainty.
“… … .”
Aside from that, I was momentarily distracted by the devil’s flame.
For some reason, I felt like I found a gem in an unexpected place.
[You… … .]
This guy even knew how to talk.
[Have you come to save this old man?]
“… … .”
I was so lost that I stopped a beat late.
‘you? old man?’
Am I talking to the devil right now?
“What are you?”
[…] I am Kajitta, the commander of the Hellfire Legion. Due to circumstances, he is performing the role of gatekeeper of this prison. What about you?]
“… Luan Badnicker.”
The moment I reflexively responded, Kajitta’s flame flickered in a strange way.
Hwareuk-.
Feeling as if your whole body is being scanned.
I felt a slight chill down my spine.
This is because I felt the unique, searching gaze of a master expert from this being with eyes of flame.
‘You’re gauging my level.’
I feel like I’m going to laugh out loud.
Demon unmanned.
Leone’s words, which had been dismissed as bullshit, now seemed as clear as the truth.
[I feel the same presence in you as me.]
“I’m not the devil.”
[I am not talking about the unique presence of living things. It refers to the history and attributes accumulated as a warrior. You definitely have a spark like me. No, if you really ask me, it’s closer to the sun.]
“… … .”
[But apart from that, the body is still in the process of development. Too bad. I heard that human life is fleeting. Ten years… … . If it had ripened for at least five more years, it would have been a good match.]
I responded with a grin.
“Your condition is not normal either.”
[It is an imperfect manifestation. I said this with that in mind.]
Kajitta looked at me and spoke as if making a declaration.
[Young warrior, go back.]
“what?”
[It is my job to kill all intruders, but the position you are currently in is dangerous. This means that you can pretend not to see it now.]
“… … .”
How on earth does this devil plan to surprise me?
After seeing through my history at a glance, I put mercy in my mouth.
Suddenly, Dean Alderson’s words about good devils came to mind.
I don’t agree with that, but… … .
Having seen this entity with my own eyes, I have to admit it.
Even the devil had a special kind.
“I’m sorry, but that won’t work. “It’s okay, so don’t quit and let’s fight, you devil warrior.”
[…] Stupid thing.]
This is the moment when Kajitta quietly recited.
Fuwaaaaak!
Kajitta’s flames spread widely as if hit by a strong wind. It seemed as if the candle flame had suddenly grown to the size of a forest fire.
The temperature of the air heated up rapidly and a hot wind swirled.
“──.”
Even my sweat felt dry due to the intense heat.
I felt an uncomfortable heat in my eyes as well. Kajitta, who was emitting heat flames, seemed to have doubled in size with a body made of flames.
[Hellfire is a heat that even demons with resistance to flames cannot withstand. Young warrior, you can’t even reach me now, let alone compete with me.]
“… … .”
[I will recommend it again. Go away. It is still an early ordeal for you.]
It’s not a lie.
Even I, who doesn’t even flinch from moderate amounts of heat, found myself flinching for a moment.
And it is true that he is a great guy, regardless of the craze that is coming.
‘I’m manipulating the flames at will.’
Thanks to this, Dean Alderson, who was tied up right behind him, didn’t seem to feel the heat.
This was despite the fact that heat was constantly being released, enough to melt the iron bars.
Then what about Leone?
Will he be able to grasp the flow of that heat and move to the vicinity of Dean Alderson?
‘… … .’
I’ll figure it out.
I completely erased all thoughts of Leone and looked at the fire of hell as if I was possessed.
For some reason, the top of my head feels itchy.
The brain may seem soft, or it may seem like it is wriggling.
It’s not unpleasant.
It was a little frustrating, but other than that, it didn’t feel that bad.
“Does this mean you will acknowledge it if it touches you?”
I muttered, feeling somewhat like a moth.
[Why are you urging me to do this? … .]
Jeopuk-.
I take a step forward with Kajitta’s words flowing through one ear. At the same time she operated the First Ball of Chloride.
The feel of the inner force that occurred in the hwareuk and danjeon felt different than usual.
‘cold.’
It seems to be because of Kajitta’s hellfire.
It’s fresh, and more than that, it’s fun.
Naturally, I rarely felt cold inside.
thud.
One step at a time.
Walk with force as if leaving traces on the floor.
At first glance, it may seem like a difficult step, but it is not.
The reason for the slow pace was internal.
The true energy in my body circulated as usual, and the moment a pleasant cool feeling rushed through my bloodstream, I suddenly realized the point of improvement in the use of true energy.
It was an amazing experience.
A road that has been going on for decades.
Now, it was as if I had discovered a new element in a landscape that felt familiar and therefore boring.
[…] What is this?]
When I took about five steps, Kajitta’s empty voice reached my ears again.
I ignored it this time too.
Instead, I fully embraced the heat of hellfire.
I opened my half-open eyes due to the heat.
Flame seeps into the half-open lips.
My prayers burned brightly, as if I had inhaled a flame.
However, in the heat, my senses became sharp.
If you were a person dying of dryness in the middle of the desert, you would feel the touch of a drop of water on your skin more clearly.
It’s literally as if it seeps into the body.
‘… ah.’
Jinki writhing inside.
I could feel not just the flow, but each of its components.
To me, the true energy in my body was in the form of a flame, but I heard that for most people, it felt like a liquid.
In the first place, it would not be wrong to say that true energy, or mana, flows through the bloodstream.
If I were to be honest, I guess my senses are rather odd.
However, the realm of sensation is difficult to explain in words. That is until you experience it yourself.
‘This is what it felt like.’
I was finally able to understand the true nature of the body as water.
It was a valuable and special experience.
The magic I had always harbored was not a firework.
It was an energy that could change into anything and had infinite possibilities.
This coldness, this coolness.
‘Cold flame.’
An idea that suddenly occurred to me was deeply engraved in my heart.
It was a hint of inspiration that came suddenly.
The three stages of Chloride First Gong. I didn’t think it was time to discuss it yet.
Wow-.
The received hellfire burned the interior black.
[…] … .]
Before I knew it, the distance between me and Kajitta had narrowed to just one step.
I could see Kajitta’s flames raging fiercely. It was like a bonfire in the rain.
I reached the source of the heat, but the intense pain disappeared. The First Duke of Flame had absorbed the hellfire and had adapted to some extent.
The coolness of the true energy inside my body began to feel like heat again.
I muttered, feeling regretful about that fact.
“… “It’s a bit lukewarm to be called hellfire.”
[…] … .]
“Can’t you raise the temperature a little more?”
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