Episode 260
The first thing I felt when I came to my senses was a burning thirst in my throat.
“Kaaah… … .”
Without even opening my eyes, I was struggling to find something to drink, when I felt the touch of wet metal just within reach.
In terms of shape, it is a kettle.
Without even checking what was inside, I poured water into my dry airways.
Gulp, gulp.
I put the spout of the kettle to my mouth and drank water in a pitiful manner that brought tears to my eyes. It seemed more like pouring it down your throat rather than drinking it.
By the time I finished emptying the fairly large kettle, my thirst was satisfied.
“Fuuu… … . I really almost fell… … .”
I rehydrated, but my head still felt a little dizzy. Come to think of it, I did lose a lot of blood.
I didn’t think about it because there were no significant symptoms, but people die even if they lose a lot of blood.
After drinking water, I rubbed my puffy eyes and checked my surroundings, and my heart almost dropped.
Iron Blood Ball was sitting on the chair right next to my bedroom.
“uh… … .”
“… … .”
Only then did the events that occurred right before I collapse pass by like a flash of light.
Sanghyeolgong was reading a small book the size of the palm of his hand, but there was nothing written on the cover, so it was difficult to guess what the book was.
‘no.’
Is it time for me to analyze the book?
“… “Are you there?”
“… … .”
Is there any other way to say such an awkward first word?
When I spoke, Sanghyeolgong weakly nodded his head. It was a movement so faint that you wouldn’t notice it unless you looked closely.
Only then did he close the book and look at me.
“What about your body?”
“… it’s okay. “I think there were more injuries.”
“The nuns of the 72nd school helped me.”
“… … .”
Even with trivial words, I felt a cold atmosphere.
This is because, according to Ruan Badniker, Sanghyeolgong and Verita are ranked #1 in two-shots that are most unpleasant to see side by side.
I wish we could live our whole lives without encountering each other and not even knowing that each other exists, but I feel like my little plan has been shattered.
Iron Blood Ball said this without knowing my speed or my heart.
“He thought of you a lot.”
“… … .”
Could that be some kind of trap? Is it simply a stabbing? Or is it just me who is delusional?
“… He preached to me. “I didn’t particularly feel like it.”
Since the opponent was a Sanghyeolgong, I had to be careful about lying again.
Even at this very moment, he may be using Jinwi’s divine protection.
It is not a lie to say that Berita preached to me. The problem is that the authority religion is not the 72 religions, but a colorless faction.
“… … .”
“… … .”
Anyway, after saying this, I fall silent again.
Is it because I met so many weirdos in Yeongsan?
I’ve never met anyone in my life who was particularly awkward or uncomfortable, but right now, it felt like I was literally sitting on a thorn cushion.
Not only because the other person was a Sanghyeolgong, but also because our last meeting was not very pleasant.
‘It’s so awkward.’
As I kept my mouth shut because I didn’t know what to say, Sanghyeolgong continued.
“It looks like they are planning to move together for the time being.”
“That’s it.”
“Razbet the Blood Mace. I’d heard a few rumors, but seeing it in person was so much more than that. “If we work together, it will be of great help no matter what we do.”
I knew that Verita was strong, but I never thought even Sanghyeolgong would rate her this way.
While nodding his head as he said that, the Sanghyeolgong paused for a moment and added,
“… Of course, you can take care of everything on your own.”
“… … ?”
What on earth do you want to say?
As I said that, I looked at Sanghyeolgong, and when our eyes met, his mouth was half-open and then closed again.
“… … !”
I was embarrassed.
Closing your open mouth means that you swallowed the words you were trying to say… … . Would it be an overinterpretation on my part to understand such behavior as Sanghyeolgong’s hesitation?
‘Why all of a sudden?’
Of course, judging from the flow of conversation and reactions, it seemed like this guy was watching me… … .
You shouldn’t judge this man by general standards. Being mistaken is more dangerous.
In any case, the opponent is Sanghyeolgong.
A symbol of a cold and heartless person, the charisma of a great family, a cold-blooded hero, a man said to have a heart that does not beat and blood that does not flow.
“… “Inside Heros, numerous forces are organically intertwined.”
Eventually, Sanghyeolgong opened his mouth again.
For some reason, I got the feeling that Sanghyeolgong had changed what he originally wanted to say.
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Even though his complexion was calm and his tone was not trembling.
“Basically, the status of a hero can be held concurrently and has many uses here and there, so various military officials wanted this qualification. Heros also accepted their support, even though they knew him. “This organization’s top priority has always been performance.”
It was a sudden lesson, but after being attacked by 20 clans at the same time, I finally understood those words with my heart, not my head.
So, this means that this organization was an organization with different dreams from the beginning.
The noble and holy heroes of legend were not summoned to achieve goals such as world peace or the eradication of war… … .
An organization in which more political and complex forces are organically intertwined.
They became heroes, each with their own purpose and identity.
Not to mention the Iron Blood Ball, Verita is also a nun of the 72nd religion. If Koraris, who took the exam with her, is the next great mage, she will belong to the imperial family.
“… … .”
I laughed a little.
Then, isn’t Heros, which claims to be a heroic organization, paradoxically the most unheroic organization?
“Where multiple forces intersect, conflict is bound to arise. “Things like today will happen more often in the future.”
“Maybe so.”
“If a dispute arises with those who are difficult to deal with on your own, you may bring in my name. “It could be at least a breakwater.”
“… “I declined to join the Black Rose.”
“Know. I’m not talking about joining either. I just… … .”
Sanghyeolgong said with an expression of great difficulty.
“… “Even if I’m not a member, I want to help you.”
“… … .”
I was speechless.
To exaggerate a bit, I felt like my entire concept up until now had been denied.
Was Sanghyeolgong the man who said these words?
Had I been misunderstanding this man all this time?
‘Or else… … .’
Is it true that Iron Blood Ball has also begun to change?
‘… … .’
I clenched my fists and crumpled the awkward blanket. I spat it out half impulsively.
“I can take care of myself.”
After speaking, it became an exact replica of what Sanghyeolgong said earlier.
Even when I thought about it, my face got hot because he spoke in such a childish manner.
“I guess so. However, you also have to prepare for the unexpected situation. There are three people at Heros headquarters that even I can guarantee victory. Taon Glad, the general manager, is one of them… … .”
“… … .”
surprised.
I thought he would be strong as he was the head of the headquarters, but I never thought Sanghyeolgong would say something like this.
Since you said three, that means there are two more, but is one of them a broken sword?
‘But there is still one person left.’
There are many S-class heroes I haven’t met yet, so I think this might be one of them.
I was curious about this too, but there was something I needed to say right now.
Actually, that’s what I said from the beginning when I came to my senses.
“Matriarch.”
“What.”
“Thank you.”
“… … .”
“I don’t think you’ve even said hello yet. Actually, it was very dangerous last night. “If I had left it as is, I wouldn’t have died, but it would have been as unpleasant a development as dying.”
“Is this development as unpleasant as dying?”
“I almost got swayed.”
Sanghyeolgong said.
“Was that hard to bear?”
“little bit.”
“why.”
“well… … . Isn’t it because I’ve been swayed enough to be swayed and crushed enough to be crushed? “Somehow, when I do as I’m told and fail, I end up blaming others.”
“It’s someone else’s fault.”
I nodded.
“Have you ever tried blaming others?”
“okay.”
“never?”
“From what I remember, yes.”
If this guy remembers it, then there is a high probability that it will actually happen.
I muttered in bewilderment.
“How can a person do that…?” … .”
“In the end, the final choice is mine, so I have to handle it as well.”
“and… … .”
It may be surprising, but my father was the most stubborn man in the world.
In the past, I didn’t understand and was afraid of the sight of the Iron Blood Ball like this, but now it seemed somehow dangerous.
The more upright and strong it is, the more difficult it is to put it back together once it breaks.
“Let’s give it a try.”
“what.”
“It’s someone else’s fault.”
“It only causes trouble to others.”
“You just have to not show it openly. This secretly helps me get my mentality back on track. The reason I failed was not because I was bad, but because the world was wrong… … ! Or? It’s because of you, you crazy person! Or… … .”
“… … .”
Even if I say it, it’s ridiculous.
Oh my gosh, what an iron-blooded worker who blames others.
“Is that why I resented you too?”
“… … .”
The question was so sharp that I almost got cut.
I felt a little cold sweat seeping from my back.
“hmm.”
The moment I paused, the answer had already been given, so I just sighed for no reason.
Fortunately, Sanghyeolgong said without getting angry.
“In life, there will inevitably come times when you have to bend your opinion.”
“… Yes. So I think understanding is important. But I couldn’t understand the ideology of those guys who came to beat me up. “Let alone the fact that 20 people came to catch one baby.”
“… … .”
“Are you having trouble understanding?”
“little.”
Sanghyeolgong nodded.
For a moment, I thought about stopping the conversation here, but looking at Sanghyeolgong now, I thought there was no need to, so I continued.
I don’t know why.
“I heard that he is a hero who will not be overlooked even if he is only B-rank. At level A, you won’t be intimidated unless your opponent is a great noble. But this time, 20 of those guys came to kill a brat like me. I know. Those guys probably have their own circumstances, too. It doesn’t feel real yet, but I may have stepped into their footsteps. however… … .”
“… … .”
“Even taking all that into account, I still don’t understand. Don’t you have a mountain of work to do? The empire is currently in unprecedented turmoil. People seeking help are screaming everywhere. Even in that situation, I don’t know if it was for their own interests or political checks, but it was pathetic to see them coming in droves and putting pressure on them.”
“I was hoping for a hero.”
I nodded at Sanghyeolgong’s words.
“I guess so. Now that I think about it, the only person in this institution who feels like a real hero is the head of the family… … .”
I stopped talking and ended up closing my mouth.
As we talked, my true feelings naturally leaked out, but at first glance, it could have been taken as blatant flattery.
The Iron Blood Prince was looking at me silently, but his pupils seemed to have widened slightly.
“… “It’s just that.”
I quickly finished speaking, thinking that I got to see many sides of this gentleman today.
There was silence in the room for a moment.
Fortunately, before the atmosphere became more awkward, Sanghyeolgong stood up and spoke.
“I’ve said everything I wanted to say, so let’s go. “It’s up to you to decide whether to follow what I just said or not, and it will probably be hard to see for a while.”
“Where are you going?”
“To do what needs to be done.”
“… … .”
Is it subjugating demons?
Maybe it’s related to the death penalty.
I remembered that we had said that if we came to Heros, we would carry out a mission related to the Holy Mountain together.
Sanghyeolgong got up from his seat and looked like he was going to leave the room at any moment.
“I have decided to join a clan called Corrupted.”
The Sanghyeolgong who had just turned around stopped and looked at me again.
Any Sanghyeolgong would have heard this report, but I wanted to tell it myself and see the reaction.
This was because I wondered what the Sanghyeolgong would think of this mysterious clan that everyone spoke poorly of and opposed to joining.
“… “It’s not that there was any particular reason, but it was the best place to achieve my goals.”
“Is it Lanfero’s clan?”
“… … .”
“That would be nice too.”
Sanghyeolgong reacted surprisingly calmly, and then asked an unexpected question.
“Did you read the letter I gave you?”
“letter? ah. no.”
I threw away the other letters after reading them, but when I thought about it, I kept the letter offering recruitment from Black Rose without even opening it.
It wasn’t because there was a particular reason, it was because I felt uncomfortable throwing away none other than Sanghyeolgong’s letter in the trash can.
To be honest, I had forgotten about its existence until just now.
“I see.”
Sanghyeolgong nodded and said.
“You don’t have to read it.”
“… … .”
“Looking forward to your performance at Heros… no. I will pray for you. Please stay safe.”
“yes. “I wish you good luck, too.”
The moment he heard the words, “Matriarch,” Sanghyeolgong let out a low laugh.
It felt like laughter with a lot of emotion.
“Today’s conversation. It was very impressive. “Listen carefully.”
“Oh, yes.”
With those last words, Sanghyeolgong finally left the room… … .
“… … .”
Only then did the air in the room feel lighter.
He is truly a great man.
Even though it wasn’t my intention to put pressure on anyone, and I was just sitting still, I felt like I was emitting a strangely heavy prayer.
If you look at the atmosphere, there are no human rocks.
I felt relaxed, still sleepy, and hungry, so I sat quietly on the bed and sighed.
“Whoa… … .”
As I slowly reflected on the conversation we had just had, an inexplicable bittersweet taste bloomed in my mouth.
When I’m confused by feelings that I can’t explain clearly… … .
Verita naturally crawled out from under the bed.
“… went?”
“Surprise. “f*ck.”
I’m really scared of him.
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