Regressing as the Reincarnated Bastard of the Sword Clan Chapter 229

How the bastard of the Return Sword Family lives

Episode 229

Entering the Spirit (4)

Ancient dragon nests are discovered occasionally.

However, ancient dragon corpses are rarely found.

This was because most of them surrendered their bodies to the bosom of Mother Nature just before they died.

Because of this, most of the corpses found are those killed by dragon slayers.

Even that was expensive to call because the corpses of the ancient dragons of the last generation were destroyed.

Given this situation, it is impossible to find any information about the Archaic Dragon, the progenitor of all dragons.

Even if it exists, it is mostly just a local legend.

Even though Ragnar acknowledges the existence of guardian dragons, he is half-believing and half-doubting about primal dragons.

Theodos was one of those who originally doubted the existence of the primordial dragon.

The root of all dragon species, including ancient dragons.

It is said that numerous species have diverged from that one thing, but even if we consider it based on the theory of evolution, it is impossible in the first place unless it existed hundreds of millions or tens of millions of years ago.

But now that I have obtained the relics of the ancient dragon, I understand.

That being existed.

Even the Taigoryong was a being that could not be simply described as the ‘origin of dragons’.

Because she was the Mana Stream that created the circulating ecosystem of Mother Nature!

“There is a flaw in that statement.”

Theo hesitated for a moment.

The faintly smiling eyes were reading all of his thoughts.

『Although it is true that I have influenced the circulation of the Mana Stream, the equation that I am the Mana Stream does not hold true. This is because the Mana Stream is already the foundation of nature.』

Theo was completely overwhelmed by the presence of the primal dragon.

『The Mana Stream is me as a primal dragon, you as Lordbroke, and all of Ragnar. Furthermore, it is also the Holy Demonic Cult that you hate so much.』

If the state where there is no distinction between self and other is the state that Theo has reached, then the current state without boundaries is the Mana Stream itself.

A being that can construct and operate the world.

And people refer to such beings as:

god.

‘Isn’t it true that the point where one becomes completely assimilated into the Mana Stream and clearly knows one’s role is the point where one goes beyond becoming a god and becomes a deity? … There’s still a long way to go.’

The current state that Theo has reached is entering the divine realm.

Now, I have finally set foot on the threshold that will lead me to God.

In that case, how clearly you realize your mission here and how well you can blend in with the mana stream will be important criteria for your future growth.

and.

‘If I get what I want, then that growth is no problem.’

Theo tried to look her in the eye while somehow defeating the presence of the primordial dragon.

‘There’s only one thing I want.’

From the moment he entered the Mana Stream, Theo had been running with only one goal in mind.

“That is the very reason you left your relics in this world. To leave your teachings behind.”

Why do we have the remains of the Taigo Dragon?

Theo thought deeply about this.

The problem was that Lordbroke didn’t know anything about this either.

They just say that the Taigo Dragon created it to guide humans.

But as we opened the relics one by one, we realized that the teachings of the Ancient Dragon were not simply about protecting the world from the threats of the <Nameless Monarch> and foreign gods.

With each trial he went through, Theo grew day by day.

On a small scale, it gave him stats and skills, and on a large scale, it gave him the opportunity to awaken to Nirvana and stand in front of the gates of the Pantheon.

Thanks to this, Theo has gained a broad perspective and has been able to achieve rapid growth to this point.

This was not just a simple, brute force growth.

There was also mental maturity.

『That’s right. The relic that is like my alter ego is a kind of stepping stone. It is also a sign that guides you to this place, this nest where I am.』

Taigoryong nodded vigorously and continued speaking.

『Although many selectors have obtained the relic in the past, none have reached this point. The relic in their eyes.』

“It must have been just a means to satisfy one’s own greed.”

“That’s right.”

“It was wrong to give it to the chooser in the first place. The ability to regress only becomes selfish.”

Why did Kyle and his brothers want to eliminate the Chosen Ones at all costs?

It was because of the ability to regress.

The selector… the regressor becomes selfish.

At first, you can move forward with great ambitions and great ideals.

But when failures keep happening and you keep finding yourself dissatisfied with something, you want to start over.

Even if the things I’ve accumulated over time become useless, I don’t feel any guilt about getting rid of them.

Because if you try again, it’s over.

So, the regressor cannot help but look at the world from a selfish perspective.

Knowing the future and being able to control the world as you wish would make you feel like a god.

So what’s left after that?

It was nothing but self-destruction.

That’s how the madness of the Gwangryongje was born.

That’s how Hilda’s selfish side came about.

“It was my mistake. I just thought that if I gave you several chances, you would understand the teachings more deeply.”

Taigoryong’s voice was filled with regret and lament.

『Still, I finally got to meet you after a long wait. I guess the many trials and errors weren’t all that bad.』

The two eyes of the Great Dragon drew arcs.

『I have been watching you all this time. Although it was a one-time opportunity, you did not waste it and tried to see it through to the end no matter what… … Your sense of responsibility to protect Rodrigo… … Your loyalty to your family and your desire to dream of the future. None of it could have been easy, but you have bravely led me through it all.』

Theo felt as if all the hard work and fatigue he had endured had been washed away.

It has been acknowledged.

From the designer who prepared for all these trials.

“Then will you give me the final reward?”

If all the hardships that came up to this point were considered quests, then it would be as good as clearing it already.

Then it’s time to get your reward.

“You’re so greedy.”

“If I hadn’t been greedy, I wouldn’t have come this far.”

“Yeah. That would be true too.”

The Taigo Dragon laughed.

and.

Pfft!

A green glowing ball of light slowly fell down in front of Theo.

“This is my dragon heart.”

“… … !”

『It may be a little different from what I had when I was a living being, but it will be of great help to you in detoxification as it has condensed my spirit and vitality.』

decoding?

I looked at the Taigo Dragon, wondering what she meant, and she spoke with great hesitation.

『Let me tell you one thing. The shame shows you a great deal of interest and concern, more than I do. You know that, right?』

“I understand that this is the first time you’ve grabbed the guy’s ankle since the sijo.”

“No. Not just that. He thinks you deserve to be his ‘name’.”

name?

“Do you know what the true name of shame is?”

“Isn’t that the <Nameless Monarch>?”

『No. That is just a nickname, just like the name of shame. No one knows his real name. Not even other foreigners like him.』

Theo’s eyes widened slightly.

Because it was an unexpected remark.

『That is precisely why he has taken upon himself the role of vanguard and has been ‘shackled’ in this world. It is because he believes that his ‘name’ lies in this world.』

The true purpose of the <Nameless Monarch> was something Theo had never heard of before.

I didn’t pay much attention to it because I thought that the <Nameless Monarch>’s goal was to take over this world.

If there is a real purpose, the story will be very different in many ways.

Because at times, it could block his purpose in advance.

But the guy thinks of himself as a ‘name’?

“What happens when the <Nameless Monarch> finds his ‘name’?”

“Nobody knows that.”

“yes?”

“Because that has never happened even once.”

“… … .”

『But one thing is certain. A disaster that is incomparable to anything we have seen so far is certain to strike. In the past, we were able to restore this world to its original state by wrapping the ‘shackle’ around it, but by then, the ‘shackle’ itself may break… … .』

“… That’s definitely serious.”

『Yes. That is why the problem is that the Mangsin is considering you as a candidate for the ‘name’. If that ‘name’ simply meant a vessel that can act in this world, he would have found something that could be called a ‘name’ long ago. He could have chosen any of the apostles who followed him and sat down.』

“Are you trying to take away Ragnar’s powers?”

『Also, wouldn’t it be strange to simply treat the Gwangryongje as an apostle?』

“I just can’t figure it out.”

『Yes. Maybe there are some qualifications. In any case, it is certain that the shameful desire for you is not simply curiosity.』

The obsession that the Emperor Gwangryong showed toward himself was ultimately an extension of the same pattern.

『In that sense, the thoughts you have are like poison. Even though you digested most of them and made them your own, aren’t they ultimately based on the things of Emperor Guanglong? You never know what kind of tricks the idiot will come up with.』

Theo seemed to understand why the Archdruid said it needed ‘detoxification’.

She sees inspiration, no, Theo’s very ability to evolve into future vision, as poison.

Taigoryong is the exact opposite of the <Nameless Monarch>.

So her power will erase all traces of the Gwangryongje.

“If I eat this, my future will disappear?”

“It may be uncomfortable at the moment. I know how much you rely on it. But is there really any need to hold onto a bomb?”

Theo thought for a moment, then shook his head and pushed the dragon heart away.

“No. If that’s the case, I refuse.”

『…Why? If it’s a waste of strength-』

“It’s not for that simple reason. If I resolve this, the <Nameless Monarch> will have no reason to covet me.”

“what……?”

“<The Nameless Monarch> is ultimately an enemy I must defeat. The Holy Demon Church must be destroyed. Then, I think I can use its power in reverse.”

『… … !』

Using the power of the <Nameless Monarch>, he plans to create a way to eliminate the <Nameless Monarch>.

For a primal dragon who knew the dangers of the <Nameless Monarch>, it was just an absurd statement.

‘… It’s hard to open my mouth.’

Taigoryong nodded his head without realizing it at Theo’s intense gaze.

Anyway, isn’t this the child who walked all the way here that other choosers couldn’t even come to?

Whether it was fate, chance, or skill, the fact that he did it was important.

‘Yes. In the end, wasn’t it because I couldn’t bear the embarrassment that I tried to create a new successor named Ragnar? Maybe I shouldn’t think about it based on my common sense.’

Finally, the Taigo Dragon nodded his head.

『If that is what you want, then that is right. I am merely suggesting a path. It is up to you, living in this era, to walk it.』

The Taigo Dragon closed his eyes tightly.

『Lotus. Descendants. Please, with your own hands, stop this damned prison of ‘shackles.’』

Theo raised his hand again.

The dragon heart melted as it touched my fingertips. For a moment, I felt as if my body was getting warmer.

and.

Quaddudduk-

Changes began to happen.

No, this was evolution and awakening.

A complete transformation.

The final plan of the ancient dragon to break free from the human mold and be reborn as a new species.

The entrance ceremony was nearing completion.