Money-grubbing Necromancer (172)
High Priest of Shadows.
Lucas first met him shortly after Hancia was born.
At that time, he was in deep thought.
Hansia’s talent was much greater than expected, and the amount he could absorb was limited.
It was also difficult to absorb the deep talent that could be called ‘origin’.
It was at that time that the High Priest visited. The sight of the new form suddenly appearing behind him like a secret shadow was still vivid.
‘I was terrified.’
My heart almost sank at that moment.
Not only did he break through the family’s security system, he also appeared from behind without a trace?
It means a strong person who cannot be defeated.
He was the head of the Griff family who had nothing to fear in the world, but things were different back then.
I felt a creeping fear.
I thought it was the end.
Until the high priest spoke with a big smile.
-Don’t be afraid. I’m not here to harm you.
A strange voice that sounded both young and old, female and male. It was a voice that was completely unanalyzable.
After that, changes continued in the Griff family.
Thanks to the ‘tool’ given by the high priest, I was able to suck out Hansia’s talents, one by one, down to the root.
The heads of the clans have accepted the great power, and Griff’s dominance has become several times stronger than before.
As the family’s power grew, Lucas’ fears also grew. Why on earth would the Shadow group help them?
Of course, I gave something in return.
Data from human experiments, factor abduction, etc.
But that was a very small price to pay compared to what they received.
That’s why I was afraid.
What on earth are you asking for?
And I don’t know how to respond to that demand.
So after 10 years had passed.
Only then was Lucas able to hear the purpose from the high priest.
―Someday, a cataclysm may strike the world. Fortunately, there is a solution. We will build an ark. An ark that is stronger than anything else.
Build the ark.
It was a meaningful statement.
―I have been observing you for a long time. I am now certain that you are worthy of boarding the ark. Congratulations, Priest Lucas.
Afterwards, Lucas became the ‘priest’ of shadows.
Lucas looked at the crystal ball and bowed his head politely.
“I meet the great high priest.”
– Young priest. How have you been?
gulp.
Lucas swallowed.
I feel this every time I see it… … .
‘He is truly an unknown person.’
Age, gender, nationality, etc.
They were all vague characters.
There was only one thing worth speculating about.
Lucas is well over 60 years old. But he calls himself ‘young’?
The high priest was likely much older than expected.
“… … Yes. Thanks to His grace, I was able to live each day faithfully.”
-Don’t be so stiff. What is between us?
“No. How can a lowly servant be humble to his master?”
Shadow Apostle Hardronox.
Even I, who received only a portion of that power, have grown to this extent.
What about the high priest who is said to communicate directly with the apostles?
Its strength will be beyond imagination.
It was the same when Hansia was born and it is the same now.
―Haha, young priest. You are still gripped by fear. It seems so obvious to me. But that is precisely why I have chosen you. So feel free to ask. What is it that you are so curious about?
“… … High Priest. When I was conducting the closed-door training, I felt his power surge.”
-That’s right.
“I wonder if this is a sign of upheaval… … .”
―Do you foresee a time of upheaval? The place where we extend our hand will be the very destination. Whether it will be destruction or salvation is in your hands.
It was a vague statement.
at that time.
A broad smile could be seen on the lips beneath the pitch-black robe.
– In that sense, there is something I would like Father Lucas to do.
“What is?”
―There is a long way to go to build the ark. But there is a vile seed that keeps tripping me up.
“Who are you talking about… … .”
-You know that too, Kim Min-woo. That cunning and treacherous servant.
“Are you saying that a punk like that dares to disturb the shadow?”
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Lucas asked, tilting his head.
Of course, Kim Min-woo knew.
That was also the reason I contacted the high priest. However, it wasn’t because I was afraid of Kim Min-woo’s power.
A rookie who hasn’t even reached level 500.
The fight at the airport was just so-so from Lucas’ perspective.
Of course, he also acknowledged that Kim Min-woo was very strong compared to his level.
But that’s the story at the lower level. He himself was one of the world’s top 20 magicians.
Is that all?
It even has the power of shadows.
That too, incomparably to Jonas.
‘The summoner named Merhen may seem tricky, but… … .’
Honestly, it wasn’t to the point where I couldn’t handle it if I tried my best.
The problem is that the location of the secret facility has been discovered and the world has become noisy.
But that little brat disturbed the shadow?
Even the high priest was evaluating Kim Min-woo as a ‘sly and cunning seed’.
In other words, it also means that they think highly of Kim Min-woo to the point of giving him that level of evaluation.
So I couldn’t help but wonder.
―It was a very small conflict, but there was definitely a clash. It was heartbreaking to lose the Korean branch. Han Baek-gil. That child had such a strong faith.
The high priest wiggled his fingers on his arm as if he were playing the piano.
It was one of his habits that I had observed for a long time.
When you consider something seriously.
He usually looked like that.
―Of course, if you look at it as a whole, it’s only a small amount of damage. But… … One thing is certain. The bastard’s influence is growing rapidly.
“Hmm… … The High Priest’s words are correct.”
Lucas nodded in agreement. I don’t know about anything else, but it was definitely something to be wary of that he was doing that in less than half a year since he had awakened.
Even though it’s just a kid now.
There was no law that said you had to remain a child forever.
“Then, what I have to do is… … .”
– Father Lucas must be having a hard time right now, too. Isn’t he?
“you’re right.”
―Sometimes, going in a straight line is the fastest way. It seems to me that right now is one of those times.
“A straight line?”
A broad smile appeared on the corner of her mouth, visible through the robe.
-Father Lucas. You take care of Kim Min-woo. You yourself.
“Understood. I will follow your orders… … .”
―Oh, it’s not like I’m asking you to blame me for murder or anything, so don’t be so hard on your face. There’s no way you’d ask a faithful sheep to do such a cruel thing.
“… … ?”
Lucas tilted his head.
Didn’t you just tell him to go and kill her?
Since he was a guy who was stuck in Korea, I had to think about blaming him if I was going to kill him.
Of course I planned to endure it.
Because it was the high priest’s order.
Then, we can board the ark.
But that’s not it?
―Priest Lucas is also an Awakened person, so he should know about the duel system.
“Finally… … Tuyo? Ah!”
Lucas’ eyes lit up.
A duel hosted by the system.
The price paid was a crime that was not even murder.
It was one of the rules all over the world.
“Are you saying that I should challenge you to a duel myself?”
―If Kim Min-woo accepts it, there’s nothing wrong with it. If he doesn’t accept it? That’s not a bad thing either. It could ruin the image he’s built.
Lucas nodded as if he understood. When challenging a duel, the only thing to consider was external reputation. Kim Min-woo was a rookie who had not even awakened for half a year.
On the other hand, he himself was no different from rotten water.
It was obvious that the latter would be the one who would be laughed at when a duel was initiated.
‘But, it doesn’t matter.’
Do you want to have a good reputation?
Where do you live and receive praise?
It wasn’t like that, so there was no need to hate it just because it splashed some shit.
There was a good reason, after all.
Kim Min-woo has tarnished the family’s reputation. As the head of the family, I cannot stand by and let that happen.
If you’re so confident, let’s have a go.
Risk your life.
Then that’s it.
‘If he refuses… … .’
It only takes a moment for someone to become someone who only talks big.
Why did Kim Min-woo appear in the first place?
One reason may be that he spent money like crazy, but the most decisive reason was his confidence.
A confidence that is not lacking even when facing big shots such as the US President, the Chinese President, and the King of Saudi Arabia.
But you’re retreating because the enemy is strong?
The power of Kim Min-woo’s words will also be greatly reduced.
Of course, that didn’t solve all the problems of exposing secret facilities.
But even taking that into account.
‘That’s a great idea.’
It was clear that this was something worth using as a means of getting out of the current crisis.
Lucas’ eyes lit up.
* * *
I’ve been really busy lately.
There were numerous broadcast schedules lined up.
Every time he appeared, he revealed Griff’s shortcomings one by one.
It was possible because we had a lot of information.
‘That’s why rotten water is good.’
The Griff family was at a loss as information kept popping up like a game of whack-a-mole.
International pressure also intensified.
If he asked about 100 passers and asked, there were 99 pedestrians who would say that Griff was a dog.
No matter how much the international community relies on force, there is only a limit to it.
This level of trash can’t be packaged.
‘It’s about time we did something.’
The reason Griff is getting beaten up now.
Because Lucas Gaju was in the middle of a closed-door training. To be exact, it was because he had no head.
There is a second-in-command, the butler, but he does not have the wit or ability to control these chaotic times. It may be different if the old wizard gets off his heavy butt.
“If you look at this data now… … .”
It was when I dug up new information that I thought I would beat him until he popped out if he didn’t come out.
The host spoke urgently.
“Uh, wait a minute. Guild leader?”
“yes.”
“Just now, a German broadcasting station contacted me. They said that the Lucas family had visited in person… … They asked me to connect them. Would that be possible?”
The eyes of the host who asked that question sparkled like jewels.
The head of the Griff family will personally visit and confront Kim Min-woo, who exposed the corruption?
Even though they were quite far apart, it was still a huge scoop.
“Yes, that’s right.”
“Yes, then I will connect you right away.”
Soon, Lucas’ face began to appear between the broadcast screens.
A wizard with a complexion as pale as plaster and a very skinny body.
No one would laugh at that appearance alone.
A great wizard who can be called a giant among the billion awakened beings who are as numerous as stars.
Ranked 27th in the world wizard rankings.
Even the record was only measured five years ago, and it was Lucas, the head of Griff. He stared at Kim Min-woo on the screen.
-You took my daughter away. And as if that wasn’t enough, you went around insulting my family.
“That’s strange. You didn’t make that up. Don’t you feel guilty?”
-I won’t make much of a fuss. Just give me my daughter. And you’d better stop this nonsense.
“What if you don’t like it?”
At those words, Lucas on the screen chuckled.
―The awakened ones should not talk about it, but show it with their skills. Kim Min-woo, I will challenge you to a duel. If you are confident, accept it. I will bet my life on it.
The announcer who was relaying the incident opened his mouth wide. What is that crazy old bastard saying now?
You want to challenge me to a duel?
And that’s a world ranker who’s been awake for decades?
It was absurd how unconscionable one must be to insist on force in a situation like this.
‘… … Well, you can just refuse.’
From the host’s perspective, there was nothing to gain from Kim Min-woo accepting it.
I know he is strong.
But that’s based on the rookie’s standards, not the world’s rankings. It’s still like throwing an egg at a rock.
No, maybe right now it’s a situation where the rock is trying to hit the egg.
Of course I will refuse… … .
“Okay. Let’s duel. Let’s set a time and date.”
“yes?”
The host’s eyes widened.
What did you just hear?
fantasy,
