Episode 177
The Intensifying Competition for the Throne (2)
Theo watched the countless eyes pouring in on him.
Thump thump thump!
I guess that’s what they were aiming for though.
The pressure I felt when I actually faced it was greater than I had expected.
And the joy of people’s gaze was greater than the pressure.
The fact that everyone is paying attention to you.
Haven’t you lived your two lives as a supporting actor, or as someone’s sidekick?
But now I feel strongly that I have found a life that is truly ‘my own’.
“Am I right?”
Lordbroke appeared in astral form and laughed beside Theo.
‘That’s right. But I guess Rodrigo has no intention of showing up yet?’
『When making an impact, you need to divide it appropriately. For now, just focus on awakening the mystery of the White Tower and being chosen as a descendant of the Ancient Dragon. It doesn’t seem like it’s time to reveal myself yet.』
Theo nodded, as he agreed with that.
The meanings of the primordial dragon and the guardian dragon were actually quite different.
The Taigoryong is said to be the origin of all dragons and the first being to create the Winter Mountains.
If there are rumors that he was chosen because he is a being from a distant myth, Theo’s image appears ‘mysterious’.
And what if you get to summon a dragon because of it?
It is possible to break the limitations of being an illegitimate child and be reborn as a special being.
But the actual title ‘Guardian Dragon’s Companion’ is a little different.
The guardian dragon Lordbroke is a fact that all of Ragnar’s people accept as history.
Naturally, he also gets the bonus title of successor to the founder, Sigurd.
If you look at it on its own, it has tremendous destructive power that no one can match.
In other words, that could have… jeopardized not only the right of succession but also Kyle’s throne.
‘It’s not time to reveal Rodrigo’s existence yet. When Rodrigo has fully recovered. And when my position has become more solid. Then it’s never too late to reveal it.’
And the more hidden cards you had, the better.
Theo threw himself downwards.
The destination is right next to Julius.
widely!
“Theo! Are you okay? Are you hurt anywhere?”
Julius took a break from his confrontation with the three dragons and looked around at Theo.
After that, I felt only one thing.
‘I’ve finally got the mystery!’
Given the historical weight that Baektap holds, I had anticipated that the mystery would be anything but ordinary.
Otherwise, Thorkel and the Black Iron Band, as well as Troyvan, would not have been so interested in him.
But the moment Theo showed up with several dragons, Julius could intuitively sense that the mysterious power was much greater than he had expected.
Above all else.
The <style> that Theo gave off was different from before.
The skills may not be much different from before.
However, the change in spiritual status was not simply a matter of becoming stronger or not stronger.
-possibility.
It will be a standard to gauge how much more he can grow in the future and whether he can become an outstanding person.
Only when you are of a high rank can you dream of higher realms and hold more people in your hands.
and,
That’s exactly what Theo was like just now.
Aren’t the depths of the eyes different?
“Yes. Thanks.”
“you……!”
“I apologize for suddenly asking you to clean up the mess I made, even though I didn’t have any prior notice. I’ll tell you more later.”
The tone of speech was also subtly different from before.
It felt completely different, as if I had lived several lives, or as if I had lived a very long time.
“I’m glad you look okay.”
The plum blossom princess seemed more relieved by Theo’s safety than by his changes.
“Because of you, Ray was almost in danger as soon as he entered the Baek Gap Yonggi Unit. This time, I don’t plan on letting it go easily, so don’t try to get me out and come find me later.”
Niel frowned as if he was displeased.
Theo smiled quietly and sent the same message to both of them.
“If you have time, I will give you both a detailed explanation.”
Eventually, Princess Plum and Niel retreat.
Only the dragon Magnus remained in that place.
He stepped forward.
“Theo Ragnar.”
He was quickly examining the lower-ranking dragons that had surrounded him without him noticing.
Theo quickly took his stand.
“The Baekgap Yonggi Brigade’s field inspector, Theo Ragnar, greets the commander of the Blue Sword Guards.”
“Enough of the annoying formalities. More importantly, what are these dragons? And what about the White Pagoda? Explain in detail.”
Theo knew that not only Magnus, but many others were still watching his every move.
Among them was Thorkel, who had his position as the main character taken away.
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“These are the things I got from Baektap.”
“At the Baektap… … ?”
“yes.”
“Does that mean I can assume you’ve mastered all the mysteries?”
“It’s not something I’ve acquired. It’s not enough, but I’ve also gained recognition from the being who built that pagoda.”
“Don’t beat around the bush. Explain properly.”
“The one who built the Baektap is the Taigo Dragon.”
“A primordial… dragon? Could it be the one in the myth that created all the dragons in the world?”
“Yes, that is the entity.”
“her!”
For a moment, Magnus thought Theo was joking.
It was a statement that was that hard to believe.
If it were a long time ago, it would be different. In this day and age, if a myth is a historical fact and we inherit it, wouldn’t it be easy to treat us as crazy?
but,
Keeeeek!
Looking at the various dragons surrounding Theo, it was difficult to just ignore them because there was visible evidence.
“What should we do with these, Captain?”
“Give me the order!”
The Blue Sword Guards’ eyes were fierce, but the dragons were equally as fierce, so it didn’t seem like they would be easily pushed back.
“It may be hard to believe, but as you can see, what I say is true. Thanks to the blessing of the Ancient Dragon, it is possible to tame beings classified as dragon species.”
[‘Skill: Lesser Drake Fear’ is activated.]
Gooooo-
In an instant, a powerful vortex of energy swirled around Theo.
A murderous intent that made even Magnus’ skin tingle.
But there was something else that really surprised Magnus.
Crunch, crunch!
Theo’s appearance began to change little by little.
The vertical pupils, resembling a dragon, opened as the crimson eyes glowed crimson, and dragon scales sprouted from the nape of his neck and even along his forearms.
and,
A horn began to sprout little by little from the left temple.
It was as if I was looking at the Dragonians, a legendary race that was said to be half human and half dragon.
[Toleration mode is activated.]
“It has become possible to have the temperament of a dragon like this.”
Tolerance mode.
Now, Theo was able to maximize his talents with the awakening of <Nirvana>.
“… … !”
“… … Uh, how is it a human face?”
“It’s Yongin! Yongin has really appeared!”
“So that legend is true?”
Now people are also in a state of great shock.
This was because of a legend that had been passed down within Ragnar for a very long time.
-He who awakens Ragnar’s true talent will become the master of all dragons in the world.
Ragnar always considered himself a descendant of an ancient race of dragons, and therefore believed that he should be the master of the lesser dragons.
That is why the honor of Baek Gap-yong’s regiment was the highest.
Because among Ragnar’s inspectors, they were the only ones who could handle dragons.
So, not only the four major units, but all the inspectors watching this place could not help but be shaken.
Because it seemed like Theo really created that legend.
‘This is what you were aiming for!’
It was only then that Magnus realized that he and the Blue Guard had been properly caught in Theo’s trap.
It wasn’t just him. The other dragons and the four major units were all like that.
If you do such a dramatic performance in front of the main characters, wouldn’t everyone be captivated?
‘The mystery of the White Tower was originally the point of conflict between the White Armor and the Black Armor, so it was intentionally touched. Then, the Red and Blue Swords would gather as well, so everyone would have no choice but to focus… …!’
But the biggest problem was somewhere else.
‘… … This was possible because from the beginning, Julius and the Baek Gap Yonggi Unit had the confidence that they would never be pushed back even if they clashed with the other three units. If Baek Gap had been on the verge of defeat, the performance would have been completely useless.’
It was disheartening to realize that even though I had become the leader of the Fourth Division, I was nothing more than a pawn to a child not yet twenty years old.
Kiaaaaak!
Meanwhile, the people’s murmurings continued to grow louder, and the dragons became more threatening.
Even the Blue Sword Guards were shaken.
“… … Captain.”
“Please give orders… … !”
‘What should I do?’
Magnus was at a crossroads with two choices.
One is to acknowledge the trend and step back obediently.
And the other is to move the Blue Sword Guards to capture Theo, even if it means taking great damage.
“Magnus! What are you worrying about, not subduing that guy as a matter of course! He’s a primal dragon and a Nabal, he’s the one who started the internal strife! He disobeyed orders and touched the White Tower without any proper procedures! Are you trying to leave a precedent that says that as long as the result is good, it doesn’t matter?”
The leader of the Red Sword Knights, Mocolin Dotzenberg, with a blush on his face, asks Magnus to make a choice.
“If you want to arrest me, I will help you, senior.”
Even Torgel, who had not yet lost his fighting spirit, pretended to be kind and ordered him to help.
‘It’s no secret that Mocolin and Torgel have been meeting frequently lately. Are they trying to tie me to their side this time?’
Thorkel’s gaze was fixed firmly on Theo and he would not leave.
It seemed as if he instinctively realized that if not now, there would be no more opportunity to get rid of Theo, who would be a thorn in his side for a long time to come.
The problem was if you took these two people’s sides.
Even though Princess Plum and Niel were helping him now, there was no one in Ragnar who didn’t know that they were close to Theo.
In particular, he knew that Princess Plum had a very special feeling towards Theo, and that she considered him her own son and successor.
If they tried to arrest Theo, he would have immediately taken their side.
At that time… … a truly irreversible internal conflict will break out.
Gulp!
A cold sweat ran down Magnus’ cheek.
He is merely in a position to protect the glory of the family.
The fact that I was being forced into ‘taking sides’ in this way was just so unpleasant.
It was at that moment that Magnus finally made his choice and was about to give his orders.
“everyone……!”
“Something interesting was happening-.”
Everyone’s gaze, including Magnus’, turned to the sky.
A sword was falling vertically towards me.
“That, that is… … !”
“Caliburn!!”
The sword that Gaju Kyle cherishes the most has appeared!
Kwaaaaang!!
A powerful wave of energy rippled from the spot where Caliburn was stuck, engulfing not only the four major units but the entire camp.
Then, the aura that the lower-ranking dragons and the nine dragons had been emitting disappeared as if it had been erased.
The same was true of the most powerful Julius.
“Meet the lord!”
“Meet the lord!”
The inspectors all bowed their heads and prostrated themselves toward the direction where Caliburn was embedded.
On the tip of the sword.
Kyle was standing there with his arms crossed.
But he stared at Theo, not his men.
‘How did father get here…?’
After the outbreak of the Northern War.
Kyle rarely appeared outside.
There were many speculations that a bigger war was going on, so I thought I wouldn’t be able to see you here either. So it was unexpected that you showed up like this.
『Your father… … has become much stronger than before. The more I look at him, the more I see that he is not like a human being.』
Theo looked up in surprise.
It would have been disrespectful to raise one’s head without the permission of the head of the household, but there was no time to worry about that now.
Lordbroke’s gaping left chest came into view.
It occurred to me later that it was Kyle who had made her like that.
Lordbroke was glaring at Kyle like an enemy.
The problem was that Kyle was staring straight at Lordbroke.
As it looks very correct.
Gulp!
A cold sweat ran down Theo’s back.
Thump thump thump thump!
I had no idea what my father would say or how he would react.
It was a reunion that would happen someday.
Still, I never expected it to happen so suddenly.
『Even Sigurd when he was young wouldn’t have been like that.』
Lordbroke licked one side of his lips as if to say, “Let’s fight if we have to,” and Kyle turned his gaze from her to Theo.
“Theo. Follow me.”
Shhh!
And then, as he suddenly disappeared along with Caliburn, people looked at him with blank stares.
“What are you doing? Why don’t you follow me?”
Only after some urging from Theodos Lodbrok did I mount Umbra and follow Kyle’s trail.
Keeeeek!
Dragons, including griffins and fairy dragons, quickly followed suit.
“… … .”
“… … .”
The incident was hastily concluded without any real conclusion, and people were left to stare blankly at the places where they had disappeared.
How the bastard of the Return Sword Family lives
