A Genius Gamer Reincarnated into a Hero’s Family Chapter 290

Genius Gamer, Reincarnated into a Heroic Family Chapter 290

Stories from the past (1)

Integrated survivors, 183 people.

109 injured.

Half of them were completely disabled or could never function again even with treatment, but they were grateful to have survived.

Some were trembling with fear.

There were survivors of the expedition who did not directly encounter Brechakin, but they too survived the terrifying chaos of all kinds of strange phenomena occurring and killing their comrades one after another.

“It seems like not even half of them survived.”

Ailka sighed as Citrine frowned.

Even though it was an expedition I had never met before, I couldn’t help but feel bad about seeing people dying.

In comparison, the professional exploration team including Count Deliten was calm.

“… … When exploring ancient ruins, it is not uncommon for people to die. Rather, it is a miracle that this many have survived.”

As he spoke, Count Delitten glanced at Harang Paul Caladan.

Although he spoke calmly, this was the first time Count Delite had encountered such a terrible disaster.

To be able to survive such a hell? That young man must have performed a miracle.

‘It’s good to have survived, but… … .’

Citrine sighed.

In the end, this whole situation was resolved by Harang Paul Caladan, and her goal was dashed.

It was a plan to acquire the relics of Kaladan from the ruins to increase his own influence and status, but it was the mark of a thief to try to share the treasure while his life was saved.

Ailka seemed to feel the same way, looking slightly distraught, but seemed to agree as if there was nothing she could do.

“… … By the way, who the hell is that woman?”

“… … .”

Citrine’s muttering. Ailka didn’t answer, but looked at Harang with the same feeling.

Next to him, a strange sorcerer named Taniya was sticking to him, spinning a strangely shaped compass around and explaining something to Harang.

Harang, who had no interest in women, thought that he would remain the same even after several years, but he had no idea that he would be traveling with such a beautiful lover.

‘Even so, he’s just a commoner. We’ll definitely meet through Enjoy anyway. He’s a Caladan after all.’

‘… … It has nothing to do with me.’

Citrine was upset but hid it, and Ailka turned away. 

Anyway, since Ailka was from the Wilzed family, no matter what feelings she had for Harang, it would not continue.

Harang, who had been talking to Taniya for a while, approached Citrine and Ailka with a bright expression on his face as if he had realized something.

“I found the room where the holy relic is hidden.”

“Oh, oh? That’s good!”

“That’s great. Let’s go together.”

“Huh? Uh, us too? We didn’t do anything?”

Then Harang tilted his head.

“We fought together on the battlefield.”

“That’s true, but… … .”

“We can’t really help… … .”

Harang snickered as Citrine and Ailka trailed off.

“If you hadn’t fatally wounded the demon noble, even I wouldn’t have been able to defeat him. It was a victory that I barely managed to secure thanks to my actions before his wounds could heal. So everyone deserves credit. Oh, and Count Delite.”

“Yes, yep!”

Count Delite, who was loitering nearby and tending to the injured expedition team, answered hurriedly. Although both of his arms still looked like they had been cut off, perhaps due to his long experience, his ability to unite and command other expedition teams was quite remarkable.

“You should come with us too. Thanks to you, we were able to enter the ancient ruins and do our activities comfortably.”

“Ha, but I… … .”

I betrayed you and tried to kill you. Count Deliten, who could not bear to say such words, lowered his eyes, and Harang said while touching his shoulder.

“It’s okay. No matter what the circumstances, if you repent and change, it is a small sin that can be forgiven.”

“Your Majesty… …!”

Count Deliten, as well as his subordinates who were trembling in fear that he might punish them, were deeply moved by Harang’s generous forgiveness.

If Harang were to become enraged and tell his family about the above facts, it would not be a big deal for not only the Count Delite clan but also all of his vassals to be put on the execution stand.

Even in a family that stands at the top of the world, he possesses the most promising talent and yet has such a compassionate heart!

“I’ll get it ready right now!” * * *

Harang headed to the underground part of the ruins under Taniya’s guidance.

“The surface was fake. In fact, most of the exploration team would have noticed it, but there was no way to get down there. The way to get to the underground was to go up to the top of the tower and then go back down.”

Harang nodded at Taniya’s explanation. Anyone could have guessed that the top of the tower was fake.

“But now that the demon guarding the ruins has disappeared, we can take a shortcut.”

After following Taniya down the stairs to the basement for a long time, we finally arrived at a large space.

On either side of the golden throne, where it seemed likely someone had been sitting, were splendid treasures spread out.

– I can sense Brechakin’s energy from the throne. It seems like he was originally using his powers there. If you can, take that throne too. It’s excellent for amplifying magical abilities. It was originally used by Natalen… But I killed that child, so I think Kaladan kept it here.

After hearing Chelain’s words, I used the Morning Star and saw that it was indeed a throne with mysterious powers.

Ailka must have noticed this fact too, as she couldn’t take her eyes off the throne.

What caught Harang’s attention even more was a dazzling sword that was emitting golden light.

-Hey, that’s the ‘Eight-Minded Sword’ that Kaladan used for a short flash. Just by keeping it nearby, it would ward off harmful energy, and when the sword was drawn during daylight hours, the dazzling light would spread all over the world, drawing attention. Perhaps the reason Kaladan became known as a ‘warrior’ was because of that sword?

“I’ve heard of the Eight-Myeong Yodora….”

– You used it to save a country that was on the verge of collapse, right? That guy Kaladan pulled out that sword and gave a long speech, and at that time, the revolutionary army that was wavering was led by Kaladan and drove out the tyrant and conquered the entire country. I don’t know for sure… … but it seems to have the effect of swaying people’s hearts.

“… … .”

Harang approached the Palmyeongyo sword and pulled it out.

‘What a pretty piece of trash.’

That was Harang’s brief impression. I think I know why Kaladan used it for flash purposes after writing it once.

Flash!

“Oh!”

“What an incredible sword!”

However, several other members of the expedition team could not help but exclaim in admiration. The power to draw hearts and draw attention just by pulling it out. That was the true power of the Palmyeongyo-do.

‘This… I don’t need it.’

Harang was confident that he could make everyone look at him even without having to draw his sword. No, he had to do it. If he used this method, Duke Kal-El would not acknowledge him either.

But there was one person in this room who absolutely needed this.

“Your Highness Princess Citrine.”

“Uh, huh?!”

Citrine, who had been blankly staring at the Palmyeongyodo, answered hurriedly.

“I guess I’ll have to take this.”

“Huh?! Wait a minute! That’s a sword! Of course you should have it… … .”

“Please take it.”

When I put the Eight-Minded Sword away and handed it to Citrine, she accepted it with trembling hands.

This was also a sword of immense fame, and its value was so great that no one dared put a price on it.

It would probably be something that anyone, whether royal or prosecutor, would covet.

You’re willing to give something like that away.

Citrine looked at Harang and the Palmyeongyo-do alternately with an expression of disbelief, then hugged them tightly to her bosom.

“Oh, thank you… … I will never forget this favor.”

Harang looked at her as if she found her cute, then looked at Ailka. She was still looking at the throne, no matter what the Palmyeongyodo said.

“Princess Ailka.”

“… … Please speak.”

“That throne is called the ‘Seat of the Table.’ If a wizard sits there and uses or trains his magic, he can see tremendous synergy.”

“Yeah… … These days, Kaladan is researching magic, so if you bring it back, it will be of great help.”

“No. I don’t need it. Princess Ailka, take it.”

“… … ?”

Unlike Citrine, she didn’t accept it readily. And that’s understandable, because it was such a huge reward.

“That can’t be. No matter what, considering the achievements you’ve made, it’s right for Kaladan to have it. Morally, conscientiously, ethically. I shouldn’t receive it.”

“Well, when did I say I wouldn’t accept compensation? I’ll get something much greater than that, so it doesn’t really matter.”

As he said that, Harang picked up the wooden armor that was placed on the throne. It looked like an ordinary armor, but it had a considerable level of barrier.

However, since the caster, Brechakin, lost his life, it can now be opened very easily.

Click!

When it opened, a fist-sized, yellowish orb appeared inside.

“Estelle… … !”

Everyone was shocked by someone’s shout.

Oh my god, I didn’t know Estelle was hiding here.

For a moment, a strong greed flashed through the eyes of several of the explorers, but Harang calmly put it in his bosom.

“I think I can get this much in return for my service.”

Then, the expedition team had no choice but to give up. In fact, Harang defeated Brechakin and saved everyone.

Even if he had attacked Harang by surprise in order to pursue Estelle, there was no way he could defeat him. Quietly giving up was the only correct answer.

“Then… … before distributing the remaining treasures to you all.”

Harang looked at each of the explorers under his command, including Count Deliten, Citrine, and Ailka.

“I think I did something worth asking of you, right?”

Everyone nods at the same time.

Harang said with a slightly heavy expression.

“Then please keep my appearance here a secret. It won’t be long. Eventually, the rumor will spread somewhere, and I know that it can’t be helped. Too many eyes have been watching me.”

Everyone was silent at Harang’s words. His death was such a shocking incident that it would not be easy to hide it no matter how hard one tried.

“I’m not asking you to keep it a secret forever. A few months will suffice. Just keep it a secret as long as I can while I complete my silent journey. After that, you can talk about it as much as you want.”

At those words, Citrine let out a sigh, her tense expression relaxing.

“What, that’s something we should do. After all, he saved our lives. It’s not like it’s a big ask. Right, you guys?”

As Citrine spoke with a sly hint, the expedition members from outside, including Count Deliten, hurriedly nodded their heads.

“It is a promise that must be kept.”

Ailka, who had started to loiter around the throne, also answered in the same manner, and the expedition team members had no choice but to agree.

Who would dare to spill the beans when Kaladan, Wilzed, and Herael are pressuring them?

Of course, the story will definitely leak out somewhere, but if you keep your mouth shut like that, you won’t be able to go around talking confidently.

“Thank you all. Then I… … .”

“Hello, young master?”

Taniya tilted her head. Harang also felt something strange and took out Estelle, which she had kept in her arms. Taniya, who noticed something, was the first to run to him and put a hand on his shoulder, but the change had already begun.

Flash!

“What, what is it!”

For a split second, a dazzling light spread out, forcing everyone to cover their eyes.

And a little later.

When I looked straight ahead again, there was nothing left in that spot.

Harang Paul Caladan and Taniya.

The two beings completely disappeared.