Episode 231. Trick
A drug that can overcome the ‘Tsundere Wave’. The monsters that surge in from the north, the orcs that advance from the south, and the Tsundere tribe that cannot escape extinction…
When he returned to Rubin’s inner world, Haneke only intended to tell the story of the amazing experience that ‘Red Cloud’ had given him.
But without being able to say a single word about the red clouds, I had to listen to the intelligence that Rubin had obtained.
-Honestly, I have to admit that it is effective. The Imperial Army suffers no losses.
Although it was devastating, Haneke did not lose his composure.
It was the same with Rubin. When talking about ‘Operation Sunset’, Rubin was just bland.
-Rubin. Do you remember what happened in the meadow before you returned?
Suddenly, a question crossed Haneke’s mind.
Rubin had tried to recall his memories earlier, but he couldn’t remember much about the Northern Plains. That was understandable, because in his past life and in his present life, the Northern Plains were outside the interests of the Imperials.
There was a strong perception that it was a wasteland of civilization where only nomadic people could survive, so there was no reason to be interested unless you lived in a border area.
However, Rubin thought that things would have happened in exactly the same order in his previous life.
There was no intersection that could have distorted the flow of events, so his return would not have caused the current situation.
‘Operation Sunset would have gone ahead as planned, and it wouldn’t have failed. However, it wouldn’t have been known to the continent. As a child, I had never heard of the grasslands either.’
Even if the information was blocked, the Assassins would have known the truth about the Northern Plains. Of course, they would have thought it was just one of the Emperor’s ambitions before the war with Telmah.
‘Past lives don’t matter. What matters is how you harm Telmah from now on.’
– It causes damage… But as you said, the Imperial Army is not even involved in the ‘Operation Sunset’. Even if this operation fails, Telmah will not suffer any damage.
Even if they managed to somehow stop the monsters and orcs, it would only delay the development of the grasslands.
If the effects of the drug were confirmed, then the Imperial Army would take action. It would not be difficult to conquer the grasslands by moving just one of the three northern legions.
-That would be a story after we resolve the intruders of ‘Operation Sunset’.
Then, Rubin’s firm voice continued.
‘Maybe it’s possible. To fend off monsters and orcs, and even land a blow on Telmah.’
-… … ?
Haneke looked at Rubin with curious eyes.
‘If I were Telmah, I wouldn’t have made a potion that only causes immunity against ‘Tsundere’. On the contrary, I would have prepared a potion that nullifies the immunity.’
‘Operation Sunset’ ends with the Orcs receiving their land ceded.
But Rubin was confident that the orcs would never get a piece of the grassland. Anyone who had watched Telmah closely would have come to the same conclusion.
So what would be Telmach’s next move? Send in the Imperial Army and push through to wipe out the Orcs?
Of course, that would be one way, but there was also a way that didn’t necessarily involve any damage.
‘Even if Telmah clears the plains and builds new cities there, he will want complete control over the settlers.’
What made all this possible was the use of immunosuppressive drugs.
-Immunity drugs and immunity nullifying drugs? That would explain the complete dominance over the grasslands.
‘Before the operation begins, General Hyun is said to be visiting the 2nd Northern Corps.’
The General’s visit. A thought crossed Haneke’s mind for a moment.
-The general won’t come empty-handed, right?
‘If there’s no immunity-nulling drug here in the Northern 2nd Corps, it must mean that the General is bringing it.’
Haneke stroked his beard.
-What if the Tauntons had access to the nullifying drug, and could mass-produce it?
‘The battlefield will change. After sunset, the probability of the Tohun tribe winning will increase dramatically.’
-The Imperial Army also won’t be able to enter the grassland protected by the ‘Tsundere’?
If that happens, the Tohun tribe will spread a different presence on the continent than before. As a new resistance force that has appeared before the Lilic Empire, the ruler of the continent.
‘The Toothless have only two options: either simply be exterminated, or rise as a resistance force to the Empire through immune-nulling drugs.
-Of course it’s the latter. It’s probably what you want too.
No matter how much chaos the Tooth Tribe might cause on the continent, if it could be an incident that could cause a crack in Lillic’s dominance, then that would be enough.
The cracks in power. That was the greatest benefit Rubin could gain by helping the Toothmen.
‘I will find the drug that nullifies immunity. It seems that the facilities are in place in the Kalanta barracks, so mass production should be no problem.’
-I should tell Rayubia to turn the red clouds back towards the clavicle tribe.
‘Please do so. We will also need to prepare for a defensive battle together with the Chieftain.’
– I will form a combat force with those who can become mermaids. It is a shame that only 5% of them can become mermaids.
‘When the war begins, I will kill the Orc Commander Kalanta at the appropriate time.’
If the Orc Commander is killed, the Orc army will quickly disintegrate. With several clans gathered, infighting among them can also be expected.
-But how are you going to find him?
‘I have a tracker that can track that orc.’
Rubin looked down at the Lily bracelet and smiled.
* * *
The next morning.
Rubin took Kundalit down to the first floor of the dormitory and had a meal. While eating a quick bite of bread and checking the surroundings, he felt that the officers sent by the corps commander were still watching Kundalit.
“We have to travel west for two more days from here, Kundalit. We will leave as soon as we finish eating.”
“Didn’t you come to see Nerheim?”
“There’s no need to meet now. Let’s just finish our work.”
Our job was to hand over the Brion Auror manifestor to the Imperial Commander.
While Rubin was investigating the Kalanta camp and ‘Operation Sunset’, Kuze was in contact with the Imperial Department and making plans for how to complete the Emperor’s task.
The transfer location was a small village called Tudum, two days away from Hiklion. There, they were informed that Kundalit would be confirmed whether he was truly a manifestation of Brion Auror, and if it was proven, he would be immediately transferred to the system.
‘I won’t let Kundalit get to the system.’
Anyway, it was better for Rubin to leave Hiklion quickly.
Due to the security of ‘Operation Sunset’, the officers sent by General Dump were on guard against the Thuhunin. It would be helpful for Rubin’s next move if he disappeared to give them peace of mind.
“Shall we go?”
“All right.”
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After finishing their meal, the two immediately packed their bags and left the accommodation. Since they would probably be followed around for a while anyway, there was no need to leave a separate greeting for the corps commander.
As expected, they were followed for a day after leaving Hiklion. Rubin and Kundalit had to pretend not to notice the stalking.
As they were almost at the point of contact with the Imperial Command, the tailing party also broke off. Rubin was heading in the opposite direction to the Orc camp, and there was no sign of any movement.
The small town of Todum where we decided to make contact.
Rubin and Kundalit waited in the forest at the entrance to the village for someone who would appear in two hours.
“Luhan, please check one last time.”
Kundalit spoke, holding the cheap longsword in both hands. Soon, a thin black aura was applied to the longsword.
“That’s enough.”
Brion Auror’s condition was extremely unstable, but this was something that convinced the Imperial Command officials.
“Luhan, I should leave a greeting in advance. Thank you for not letting my death be in vain.”
Kundalit said solemnly.
“… … .”
Rubin considered telling Kundalit his plan, but decided against it. There was a rescue plan in place, but Kundalit didn’t really need to know. Just in case.
“There they come. Get ready.”
Rubin’s dark shadow made him sense a carriage approaching from afar. There was no one in the carriage, only the coachman.
Knock knock knock.
While Kundalit was coughing for a long time, the carriage stopped in front of him. Rubin waited for the coachman to enter the forest.
Rustle rustle.
Soon a man appeared, pushing through the bushes with a stick.
“Imperial Inspector, Luhan Melas?”
“… An imperial order. Did you come alone?”
When the royal decree was mentioned, the man looked around in surprise. Rubin snickered.
“Don’t worry, no one around you will notice us.”
“… … .”
Although he was a member of the Imperial Order, he did not seem to be in a high-ranking position like Rosenthaler or Hitan.
It was fortunate for Rubin, because if he had been given a high position or had acquired a certain scale, his next move might have been a bit more difficult.
As expected, the palace and the imperial court did not seem to be very interested in Rubin’s first task. For those who did not know Rubin’s realm, it must have been surprising that Rubin completed it without fail.
“… First, you need to talk to Lord Rulpo.”
The man opened his mouth cautiously.
As Rubin nodded, the Imperial Commander immediately took out the magic stone. He placed it on the floor in front of Rubin and Kundalit.
After a while, the magic stone starts emitting light.
The light formed a certain outline, and then Rulfo appeared with a calm expression. As expected, he was holding a glass in his hand.
– Long time no see, Prince Rubin.
“How have you been?”
-Well, I got by somehow. You don’t know how boring life in the palace is.
Rulfo’s gaze turned to the man standing next to Rubin. His eyebrows narrowed and his expression crumpled.
-How can the Toothless manifest the Brion Aura?
“… … .”
-No answer? Well, let’s do the interrogation when we get to the system. First, let’s check if it’s Brion Auror.
At that moment, Rubin winked at Kundalit. Kundalit took a few steps back and pulled out a cheap longsword.
Once again, a black aura covered the sword. It was more unstable than during the previous practice, so the aura on the sword appeared and disappeared repeatedly.
The situation was so bad that Rulfo burst out laughing.
-I was a bit worried because the traitor’s family’s auror was discovered, but it was for nothing.
“This tokusatsu was said to have been a porter for the traitor Felkion. Perhaps he learned the Brion swordsmanship in the process.”
Rubin said sarcastically.
-Well, we can question that later. Where does Prince Rubin plan to go now?
“I will return home and wait for the next task.”
Rulfo poured the wine into his mouth.
-There was a message from His Majesty saying that you have worked hard. Well, I don’t think he expected such great praise for something like this.
Rubin lowered his body.
“Of course. I’ll just wait for the next task.”
-That’s right. Keep in mind that Confucius is being punished now.
Rulfo waved his hand. Then the Imperial Commander approached Kundalit and began to tie her arms behind her waist.
At that moment, Kundalit and Rubin’s gazes crossed.
Kundalit meant that he was grateful that the situation was resolved this way, but Rubin meant something else entirely. He meant that they would meet again soon.
Rulfo’s gaze turned to Rubin again.
-You are permitted to wander the continent for a while on your way back to your hometown, but do not go near the northern plains. You may get swept away for no reason.
“If I get swept away, what… Oh, I understand.”
Rulfo didn’t notice Rubin’s boyish acting. Rubin lowered himself again to show his intention not to be curious.
Rubin probably wouldn’t head north anyway. He was going to intentionally leave his mark on his hometown.
However, it would be Tina, not Rubin, who moves like that.
