Chapter 23. The night guest appears without warning. (10)
thud! thud!
The monsters continued to pound on the walls, trying to get inside.
Fortunately, the gate, which was made strong and thick, was not even scratched by that level of attack.
The problem is that if such a siege continues, the people inside the territory will not be able to go in or out.
That meant that we could not enter the node territory.
“It’s a pain in the ass.”
A dark cloud hung over Mikel’s face as he looked at the castle gate.
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After checking the situation, it was decided that rather than charging in like this, it would be better to launch an all-out attack on the node territory.
“It’s a bad day, but from this distance….”
Of all the Jeon Seo-gu I had brought along, the strongest and most agile was chosen.
“please.”
Mikel sent Jeon Seo-gu flying with his earnest wish.
At first, it stumbled because of the strong snow wind, but soon corrected its direction and climbed over the walls of the Nord territory.
“Great!”
How long has it been since I waited impatiently?
fluttering-
A flag rose above the walls of the Nord territory. It meant that they had received and read the letter.
“Fortunately, we have made contact with the inside. He will be watching us and open the gate at the appropriate time.”
Mikel, who was sitting in the tent, spoke in a brighter voice.
“We want to carry out a strategy to break through and enter the castle when there are as few monsters as possible.”
A faint smile was drawn over the gloomy complexion.
“I expected it might be like this, but after seeing it with my own eyes, I feel uneasy.”
He did his best not to demoralize the people.
“But the good news is that once you enter the castle, everything will end. The promised time is not far away.”
People were also encouraged by the thought that the end was not far away.
“The best time seems to be around sunset.”
“It is the time when diurnal monsters prepare for night and nocturnal monsters slowly wake up.”
“At that time, the number of monsters wandering in front of the castle wall is small, so it seems like it would be enough to break through.”
A period of time was spent putting our heads together to come up with the best strategy.
“We need to focus on breaking through as quickly as possible and form a formation.”
“A wedge-shaped or diamond formation looks good.”
“The question is which knight order will be at the forefront.”
People’s eyes naturally turned to one place.
“In that case, of course ka-”
Bennett, with an excited face, opened his mouth,
“As expected, the Ovest Knights….”
“To the Ovest Knights….”
I was shocked by people’s reactions and stopped speaking.
“…….”
The corner of Cain’s mouth, who was sitting in the center, stiffened.
“But considering the hardships the Ovest Knights have gone through so far, it’s hard to say this…”
“I guess the fatigue from yesterday hasn’t subsided yet? Isn’t that too much of an effort?”
People didn’t pay attention to him and just stared at my mouth.
“What do you think, Prince Abel?”
When Mikel asked my opinion first, Cain secretly clenched his fist.
‘The illusion is also oily resin.’
I tried hard to suppress the laughter that was about to burst out.
No matter how much he showed up with a legendary sword, he thought he would be singled out after seeing it only yesterday.
It was a part that showed the extent of his overflowing confidence.
‘It won’t work out the way you want.’
In the original, Cain proposed this subjugation war and led the people directly, but the situation was completely reversed.
Rather than becoming a key player in the subjugation war, he was merely a latecomer who only appeared at the end.
The bravery shown by the Knights of Ovest and myself remained stronger in people’s minds than the majesty shown by Cain yesterday.
The memories of the battles we fought together were such a strong thing.
“I hope the Ovest Knights take the lead, are you saying?”
People quickly nodded their heads in response to the leisurely question.
“Actually, considering the performance that the Ovest Knights have shown so far, I feel sorry for even asking for this.”
Mikel said with a smile, but he also seemed to be hoping that the Ovest Knights would take over that position.
“The Imperial Palace Knights will work hard to protect you from the side.”
“If you clear the front well, you won’t have to worry about the back.”
As Joshua and Derek added their words, people’s expectations grew even higher.
“Hmm….”
I clenched my chin, pretending to be worried.
This situation, where people were looking at me passionately as if I was the only one, made me extremely happy. Among them, Cain, who glares at me with burning eyes, is a bonus.
Conrad also stared at me, his eyes sparkling.
‘We do it, right? How difficult is that?’
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The eyes that say
“…….”
But I didn’t answer quickly and hesitated a bit. While fully enjoying the eager gazes of people.
It wasn’t because I was worried.
Rather, I was waiting to see when people would take this bait.
“-If you don’t mind,”
Suddenly, Cain’s quiet voice cut across the table.
“Would you mind taking the lead in our Sud Knights?”
Yes, too. I knew you would take this bait.
I looked at Cain and smiled secretly.
“Huh? Sud Knights?”
“Prince Cain?”
People turned to look at him in shock.
“Yes. I would like to be of help in this subjugation battle, even if it is late.”
Cain began to speak with a very serious expression.
“Although they are not as good as the Nord Knights and the Ovest Knights, our Sud Knights have also not neglected their training.”
As Cain mentioned the Ovest Knights, his eyes grew slightly stronger.
“Also, with the sword I have, it will be enough to deal enough damage to the monsters in the north.”
He finished speaking in a voice filled with subtle pride.
‘I knew it.’
I’ve never seen Cain like this in the original.
Even though he obtained the legendary sword, he humbled himself and became more careful about his behavior. To not become arrogant.
However, the current Cain was anxious to show himself holding the cadenza.
“I understand what Prince Cain means, but this is not an easy position.”
“If you make a mistake, you could be seriously injured.”
“If the front line collapses, the rear line will collapse as well. It is not a decision made hastily.”
People looked somewhat embarrassed. Their dissuasion, which was not just dissuasion, further fueled Cain’s will.
“Compared to other knights who are exhausted from long subjugation battles, our knights still have a lot of strength left.”
Cain spoke in a clear and firm voice.
“We can do it. We will definitely do it.”
People smiled awkwardly and closed their mouths. I too was busy hiding her sneer under her face.
‘How can you do it? I think this is something that happens through will.’
Compared to the Nord Knights and Ovest Knights, who had a lot of experience on the front lines, the Sud Knights had very little experience.
Moreover, no matter how legendary the sword he held, Cain himself was just a kid who was not used to fighting.
“……What do you think, Prince Abel?”
Eventually, people’s faces slowly turned towards me. It was as if I had the authority to decide on this discussion.
“-!”
A faint sense of humiliation flashed across Cain’s face as he followed them and looked at me. I found this situation, where people were influenced by my opinions, very annoying.
‘I’ve been waiting for this.’
This situation causes Cain to compare his position with mine.
“It’s the Sud Knights….”
When I muttered lowly, Cain looked nervous.
“Are you against it?”
“No, I was just thinking about it.”
I smiled slowly and shrugged my shoulders.
The leading position that Cain covets will be given away ‘for now.’
I just want to leave the impression that I put enough thought into it and that I had no choice but to hand it over to him.
“I will do my best to break through the monster wall. Please trust and entrust it to the Sud Knights.”
And with Cain’s strong words, the picture I wanted was completed.
“If you say so…”
I was a little embarrassed, but continued as if there was nothing I could do.
“……I think it would be okay to leave it to the Sud Knights.”
At that moment, Cain’s eyes slightly wavered.
‘What’s wrong with that guy?’
A puzzled expression.
I guess he thought I would naturally be against it. He must have thought that there was no way he would allow himself to make a contribution.
“…Are you serious?”
“Didn’t Prince Cain say it himself that he would definitely achieve it?”
I looked around carefully as if everyone had heard me.
“More than anything, doesn’t Prince Cain have the legendary and great sword of the four seasons, Cadenza?”
My voice as I pronounced ‘legendary and great’ contained a slight mockery.
As I am also the owner of one of the swords of the four seasons, these words were both sincere and sarcastic.
However, Cain’s face relaxed as if he thought I had acknowledged him.
“I was really surprised when I saw it yesterday. It seemed like that ‘sword’ could cut down all the monsters that stand in its way.”
I said it was a sword, but I didn’t say it was a person.
But no one understood the hidden meaning of my words.
“As you said, I think it will be enough if the Sud Knights take the lead and the remaining knights support in the rear row.”
In the end, people gave in to my persuasion.
“If Prince Abel says so…”
“I think it would be okay if Ovest and Node support it….”
Cain seemed confused as to whether he should like or dislike this situation of me supporting him.
“Master, why don’t you think again?”
Hector walked next to Cain and whispered.
“It’s quite dangerous to be at the forefront. Stay safely in the back row….”
As a seasoned leader, he vaguely realized that this task was beyond Cain’s capabilities.
And Cain’s collapse without being able to overcome that wall was what I was aiming for.
“no.”
just as expected.
“If you don’t take risks, you get nothing.”
Hector’s dissuasion only made Cain’s resolve stronger. Cain, who received the cadenza, was becoming more self-righteous day by day.
“Thank you for trusting me.”
Cain spoke with a face full of determination.
“We will do our best to meet your expectations.”
The higher your expectations, the bigger the blow when you fail. Cain’s endless fall was depicted before my eyes.
“I will only trust the Sud Knights.”
Cain’s expression visibly softened at my words.
‘Yes, you can say as much as you like.’
If you think about the future.
In my eyes, I could clearly see Cain slowly falling into Nepenthes’ trough.
“Then, it would be better for the Sud Knights to take the lead and quickly determine the positions of the remaining knights.”
I completely drove myself to the point where no more words could come out.
“The left column is in charge of the Nord, and the right column is in charge of the Imperial Palace. How about having the Ovest Knights assist right behind the Sud Knights?”
By making elaborate calculations about what future is likely to happen.
“I think it’s okay.”
“Well, after that….”
People eventually began to focus on forming formations based on my opinions.
I glanced at Cain out of the corner of my eye.
“…….”
Cain was carefully examining the map with an enthusiastic expression on his face.
Without noticing that what was soaking my feet was not honey, but thick digestive juices.
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A few hours later.
Beep-
Jeon Seo-gu left Mikel’s hand and flew toward the Node territory.
“They must have been preparing there as well, so they will take action immediately after seeing Jeon Seo-gu.”
Mikel looked back at the people with a stern expression.
“Everyone worked hard to get here. I hope we can finish this battle, which will be our last, safely.”
A special emotion appeared on people’s faces. There was also a strong will to end this battle.
“then…….”
After Mikel finished speaking, he stared at Cain.
“yes.”
Cain nodded heavily.
fantasy,
