The Return of the Destruction Level Death Knight Episode 24
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“You must be very tired, so get some rest today. “We’ll talk about the details tomorrow.”
The Duke said so and had a servant guide Damian to the VIP room.
As expected from a family famous for its wealth, the treatment Damian received was extremely luxurious.
When I was taking a bath, three or four servants came together to help me.
All the food served for dinner was prepared by top chefs.
More than five servants were on standby 24 hours a day, waiting for Damian’s orders.
‘I’ve never enjoyed such luxury in my life.’
It was such a great luxury that I don’t know whether I will be able to enjoy it to this day or not in the future.
‘But it’s nothing compared to this.’
Damian sat on the bed and took out the balance ring.
Five pills were neatly packaged inside the wooden box.
When I looked again, I discovered that there was writing written in gold on the lid.
Balanced Ring
Manufactured by Azot Archelsus of the Podium School in 197.
“Could it be that Azoth Archelsus?”
Damian checked the writing several times with a surprised face.
Azoth Archelsus.
He was the head of the Refinery School and one of the few alchemists called the Great Alchemist.
“If it were really that elixir made by Azoth, it would be incredibly expensive.”
Of course, compared to the legendary elixirs created by Azoth, the balance pill was lacking in many ways.
However, compared to them, it was just not enough, but the balance pill was definitely a great elixir.
‘It’s an elixir that increases physical ability just by consuming it.’
Damian had only heard of it through rumors, but this was his first time seeing it in person.
‘They said it has excellent efficacy in healing internal injuries.’
However, Damian had no intention of using the balance pill to heal internal injuries.
The internal injuries Damian suffered just now were minor enough that he could repair them on his own.
Damian intended to use this spiritual altar for its original purpose.
‘I should not just consume it, but also train it.’
The original elixir cannot be fully absorbed. I had to assume that if I ate it, about half of it would fly away.
However, Damian Haxen was confident that he could completely absorb the energy of the elixir.
‘The treasure I need has arrived.’
Damian was accurately aware of his condition.
Damian still lacked both physical strength and magical power.
At least the problem of lack of magical power was somewhat solved with the Power Concentration Qigong.
But the body was still too weak. This was because less than a month had passed since the return.
‘In my current state… … You can’t beat high class.’
Damian thought of Gaol Heimlich.
Even if he could somehow win against Ernst Horwitz, there was no answer for Gaol Heimlich.
Of course, in terms of skill and experience, Damian Haxen was hundreds of times better than Gaol Heimlich.
The problem was body and magic power. These two were so weak that they could not beat Gaol Heimlich.
Solving the lack of power with technology also had limitations.
‘Speaking of which, should we start training right away?’
Damian was about to take out a balance pill.
“Damian Haxen, did you cough?”
A knock on the door followed by a servant’s voice.
“What’s going on?”
“Your Excellency has requested a meeting.”
Although I was curious about the efficacy of the balanced pill, I could not refuse to meet the duke.
I closed the lid of the box and came out.
I followed the servant to the duke’s office.
* * *
“Oh, are you here?”
As he entered the office, the duke welcomed Damian Haxen with joy.
“Don’t stand, come and sit down.”
The duke guided Damian to the table by hand.
As if that wasn’t enough, he even personally poured the tea that had been brewed in advance.
“Did you get a good rest last night? How are your internal injuries? “Are there any bad places?”
It was excessive kindness to the point of being burdensome.
That’s how much he seemed to like the skills Damian showed yesterday.
“I’m sorry for calling you out in the morning. “There are a lot of things to discuss regarding the duel.”
The duke poured tea into his own teacup and continued talking.
“There is a duel scheduled with Marquess Ryan Bloom at Leaf Hill in a month from now.”
Damian searched for memories.
Leaf Hill was the land on the border between the dukedom and the marquess.
It was a suitable place for a duel as the elevation was flat and the geology was solid.
“I’m not doubting your skills, but I’d like to hear how you plan to prepare for the duel during the remaining time.”
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“Well, do you have any special plans? “I plan to focus on training as I have been doing so far.”
Damian planned to use this opportunity to significantly increase his physical abilities.
“It’s good to be familiar with anything. But Damian, since you’re here, wouldn’t it be a good idea to get some special training?”
“What if it’s special training?”
“If you wish, I will allow you to receive guidance from Sir Gaol Heimlich.”
If other drivers had heard, they would have cheered.
Gaol Heimlich is one of only three high-class people in the Apple Kingdom.
Being taught by him is an opportunity that cannot be obtained even if you pay a fortune.
“Oh, it’s okay. “I like training alone.”
But Damian flatly refused.
‘What is such a thing as high class?’
I wonder if I would be interested in a master class or not. There was no way something like high class would catch my eye.
The duke burst into laughter again at Damien’s firm refusal.
“Hahahaha, I can’t believe you refused so firmly. “If Sir Gaol hears, his pride will be hurt.”
“Your Excellency, if you are anxious, I will seek guidance from Sir Gaol.”
“No, that’s enough. I found out that you grew up to this point on your own without a teacher. “It seems like self-study suits your personality, so I won’t interfere any further.”
Damian stopped lifting his teacup and looked at the duke.
It’s been less than a day since I came here. In the meantime, it seemed like he had researched everything about himself.
‘Or maybe he was collecting information about me in advance.’
It would not be surprising if Damian was receiving attention from the Gisani duchy, which has been rapidly gaining popularity recently.
“I think I held on too long. “I’ll just go back and do some business.”
Damian said hello briefly and left the office.
***
“You’re refusing High Class guidance.”
As soon as Damian left, the duke raised one corner of his mouth.
“Lord Gaol, it’s a shame.”
Someone walked out from behind the large curtain in the office.
The old knight, Gaol Heimlich, answered with an indifferent expression.
“I’m not disappointed at all.”
“is it? “You can be honest.”
“It’s true.”
The duke burst out laughing.
Contrary to his answer, Gaol’s eyes were full of dissatisfaction.
“Lord Gaol, what do you think of that friend?”
Gaol Heimlich thought for a moment about Duke Gold Pixie’s question.
“… … He’s a great young man. Even at a young age, he has honed his skills to the limit. “His ability to use magical power is also flawless.”
It was truly the highest praise of all praise.
Despite being refused guidance, Gaol Heimlich selflessly evaluated Damian Haxen.
The Duke liked this about Gaol Heimlich.
Unlike Ernst Horwitz, he was able to clearly distinguish between public and private matters.
“It’s a shame I couldn’t make you a disciple… … .”
“I told you I wasn’t disappointed at all.”
Gaol Heimlich answered immediately. The Duke held his stomach again and laughed.
“So who do you think would win in a fight with Michael Ryanbloom?”
Gaol Heimlich was deep in thought. He was much longer than before.
“It is difficult to give a definite answer.”
Soon he opened his mouth with a heavy face.
“Didn’t Damian Haxen break through the Duke’s security and block the Middle Class’s attack?”
“Even Michael Ryanbloom could do that.”
The duke nodded without realizing it.
To that extent, Michael Ryanblum was a monster.
“When I first saw Michael Ryanbloom, it was like looking at a seething volcano. “It’s quiet now, but it seemed like if it exploded someday, it would engulf the whole world.”
It was said that Gaol Heimlich was also a genius if he could reach the high class level.
Michael Ryanbloom was such a genius that even such a person could not help but acknowledge it.
“And what about Damian Haxen?”
Gaol Heimlich fell into trouble again at the Duke’s question. This time it was much longer.
“… … “It was so clear that it was rather strange.”
“What do you mean?”
“It is very obvious that it is a low class, especially the top powerhouse. So I actually feel a sense of discomfort.”
If Gaol Heimlich had been ten years younger, he wouldn’t have noticed anything strange.
But his experience was a wake-up call. Damien Haxen has something.
“So it’s difficult to give a definite answer.”
Gaol Heimlich lowered his head as if he had been shamed.
But the duke did not blame Gaol Heimlich.
“You don’t even know the result… … “Very interesting.”
The Duke muttered, his eyes shining.
“A market that is inherently chaotic is a treasure trove where you can secure a share.”
It’s a bit quiet now, but Duke Gold Pixie was famous as a natural fighter when he was young.
He made big profits by boldly investing in areas that others did not venture into.
“Damian Haxen is a man worth investing in.”
* * *
‘As expected, there was Gaol Heimlich.’
Damian Haxen thought to himself behind the door of his office.
From the moment Damian came inside, he noticed Gaol Heimlich’s presence.
I was curious as to why Gaol Heimlich was hidden, so I pretended to leave and hid behind the door.
‘They were constantly sizing me up through Gaol Heimlich.’
It was rewarding to continue to pretend to be low class.
Although it was not completely hidden, it still succeeded in deceiving Gaol Heimlich’s eyesight.
‘You keep trying to test me. After all, I’m a tired person.’
Although we are now inevitably in a cooperative relationship, he was not the type of person I wanted to remain close to.
‘Now I have to go test the balance ring.’
Damian left the office and headed to the training ground.
* * *
At the outdoor training center, about ten knights were already concentrating on training.
“Look over there for a moment, it’s Damian Haxen.”
“You mean the guy that His Excellency decided to be your representative?”
As soon as Damian appeared, the knights’ attention poured in.
Damian, on the other hand, didn’t even pay attention to the knights. I was busy checking the facilities at the training ground.
‘As expected of a duke. There are a lot of good tools.’
There are various exercise equipment that can increase muscle strength, as well as sparring golems, bracelet-shaped magic tools that can adjust the weight, etc.
‘There are also items I used while working as a mercenary.’
Damian was looking at the training tools.
A group of knights approached Damian. One of them stepped forward and said.
“Are you Damian Haxen?”
Damian stopped looking at the magic tools and looked at the knight.
It was a very short knight. He was so stocky that you could almost mistake him for a boy.
“My name is Pavel Bermond.”
Although he was small in stature, his skills seemed certain. If you look at what he is saying on behalf of the knights.
“You were elected as a representative this time, right? I can’t believe I was given such a position after attacking the Duke’s house. “He doesn’t know where his conscience has gone.”
Damian skimmed through Pavel Vermond and other articles.
“These are faces I’ve never seen before. “Who are you?”
“I asked well. “We are dueling knights who decided to participate in this duel.”
Damian counted the number of knights. There were five people in total.
It seemed like it was the number including candidates.
“Yesterday we were all away training outside. Lucky for you. “If we had been here, you wouldn’t have run amok like that.”
Damian looked at Pavel Vermond with a somewhat puzzled expression.
I couldn’t understand how someone could look down on me like this after hearing everything that happened yesterday.
‘Come to think of it, I’ve seen these guys a few times in my past life.’
This happened when Damian was working as a mercenary.
At the time, the mercenary group that Damian belonged to participated in the Territory War and achieved remarkable results.
The great nobles who hired the mercenary corps also greatly favored the mercenary corps.
As if that wasn’t enough, the eldest son of a great nobleman once challenged Damian Haxen.
Of course, Damian Haxen returned the favor right away on the battlefield.
‘Boys who are moderately talented, have strong family power, and have never experienced failure in their lives are always like this. ‘You can’t face reality.’
I became this arrogant because I always experienced success.
“Why aren’t you saying anything? “If you don’t believe me, I’ll prove it to you right here.”
Pavel Vermond placed his hand on the training sword.
“It’s annoying, so get out of there.”
Damian no longer felt it was worth dealing with them. He began to look at the remaining magic tools.
Pavel Vermond and the other knights looked at Damian with dumbfounded faces.
“… … I was curious what kind of guy he was because he said he had great skills. “Now I see he was nothing more than a coward.”
“Brother Pavel, there is no need to deal with that guy. “Let’s go now.”
Pavel Bermond and the knights left.
Only then could Damian examine the training tools without being disturbed.
“Now, who will step forward first!”
“I’ll take on the challenge today!”
“good! Come on!”
The sound of Pavel Vermond and the knights cheering could be heard from behind.
It seemed like they were sparring because the sounds of swords being swung were heard in succession.
But for some reason the sound was strange.
A skilled knight is unique from the sound of his sword swing.
However, all the sounds coming from behind were soundless.
‘Why are the skills of those who participate in duels so bad?’
In the end, Damian could not contain his curiosity and had no choice but to stare at the duel scene.
On the training ground, Pavel Vermond and the knights were sparring in pairs.
‘… … what.’
Damian, who had been watching this for a while, could not help but be shocked.
‘Why are my skills so poor?’
Before coming to the duchy, Damian fought with Marquess Ryanbloom’s knight, Gehrig.
‘The knight was a bit strong, but… … Since I couldn’t participate in the duel, the Marquis says there is a more skilled knight.’
The Duke’s knights had skills far below Gehrig’s.
‘… … ‘Only if the knights’ skills are like this can they win a duel.’
A total of three people participate in the duel, and the first one to win two wins.
Even if Damian Haxen wins against Michael Ryanblum, he will ultimately lose the duel if he loses the remaining two rounds.
‘This is why Marquis Ryan Bloom was able to defeat the Duke in the future.’
A high level of knights means that the power of the family is strong.
There was such a big difference between the marquis and the duke if we only looked at the low class.
‘What should I do with this…’ … .’
Damian was troubled. The conclusion came quickly.
‘I can’t help it. I have no choice but to help a little.’
Damian shouted at the knights.
“Hey, there are five of you.”
Pavel Vermond and the rest of the knights looked at Damian with puzzled faces.
“My thoughts have changed. “Let’s have a fight here.”
Pavel Vermond burst out laughing at those words.
“I don’t know what the wind was blowing… … good. “I will definitely show you my skills.”
Pavel Vermond approached, brandishing his training sword.
Damian held out his palm towards Pavel.
“Wait a moment.”
“why? Have you suddenly changed your mind? “It’s already too late, so don’t think about running away!”
“What bullshit.”
Even if it was for his own purposes, he couldn’t just volunteer for free.
In addition to training them, Damian planned to train himself.
‘Strength training is good, but the best thing is sparring.’
When sparring, you can not only use your entire body, but also focus on training the muscles you need.
So Damian liked sparring much more than anything else.
“Stay there and wait.”
Damian began wearing the magic device in the form of a bracelet that controls the weight that he had seen in advance.
When I activated the magic tool, my entire body became heavy. It felt like I was carrying wet cotton on my back.
They wore light armor that put a strain on their muscles. As a test, I bent my arm. It wasn’t easy, like having an iron core stuck in your muscles.
Lastly, I picked up a magic sword for practice. I swung it in the air. It was heavy and slow, like cutting a knife in water.
Finally, I took out the balance pill and swallowed it.
“done. Now go for it.”
Damian snapped his fingers.
“… … .”
Pavel Vermond looked at Damian in silence.
Since I lived in the duchy for a long time, it was impossible not to know. Damian was now wearing ridiculous shackles.
Are you going to do something like that and spar? It was something I couldn’t do without seriously ignoring people.
“This bastard… … “How dare you look down on me!”
Pavel Vermond was furious and rushed towards Damien. He struck her with his sword towards her head.
Damian casually struck back Pavel Bermond’s sword. The sword slipped out of my grasp and flew far away.
“… … uh?”
He struck the sword towards the neck of the embarrassed Pavel Bermond. Pavel Bermond fainted with her one-word scream.
“Whoa… … “This is quite a workout.”
Damian craned his neck from side to side.
Just by moving it for a moment, I was already out of breath and my muscles were sore.
“What are you doing? “Hurry up and stop attacking me.”
Damian spoke to the remaining knights.
“If you don’t come, I’ll go.”
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