The Returned Sword King Decided to Become a Tyrant Chapter 108
commotion (4)
The element that makes up the world. Even if you weren’t a magician who studied magic, there was no human who didn’t know that it referred to mana.
All phenomena occurring on the continent could be explained by ‘Mana’, and it was something that went beyond a theory and was like a truth.
But this phenomenon did not occur in front of the villains.
A blade of concentrated mana. Magic power that enveloped that small body. There was no theory to explain it, and no knowledge to convince it.
… … mutation.
However, it would have been a more fitting resonance as a word to describe it.
At least, that was the only way Ellie could think of it, as she watched this tragedy unfold.
“Robin!”
Fear seeped into the faces of the assailants as they called out the name of the man who had just fallen.
But no one took a step forward.
Haven’t you seen people die from a single blow, and a single, lightly scattered blow at that?
If you can escape that fear, you can be called a superhuman.
Woohoo-!
“… … This, this!”
“damage!”
But circumstances did not allow them to wait leisurely.
The mana, which had gathered into a vivid blue light, began to vibrate violently, as if to signal that the next attack was coming.
And as expected, the tiny body shot out towards them as if it was exploding.
Swish!
“Huh!”
The huge aura that swung and cut through the air was fierce, but still immature.
Because of this, the villains who had been prepared in advance were able to dodge with all their might. It was almost a forced movement.
But if you were to ask if there was any damage, that wasn’t the case.
Thud-!
“Kwaaaaak!”
The strange man’s legs twisted and turned as he was struck by the energy. He could not overcome the massive flow of energy.
But fortunately or unfortunately, his situation was better, even though he had a broken leg.
“Oh, don’t come!”
Gradually deepening magic.
The blade’s energy, which was becoming sharper and sharper, was calmer than before, and after a while, it was quickly thrust forward as if ‘showing off’ someone’s figure.
And the screams of the villains could not stop the flow.
Kugugugugugugu!
“… … !”
The ‘results’ are revealed first.
Hoooooow-!
And then came the belated aftermath.
A sharp wind that cuts through flesh. And waves that ripple the collar of clothes.
In the midst of high-speed stabbing, the man’s swordsmanship is recreated here.
“……iced coffee.”
Before we knew it, darkness had fallen on the road where the sunset had set.
There were no more comrades standing on two legs, and all around were traces of sword strikes.
The villain with the broken leg stared blankly at the scene, forgetting even the pain.
The two remaining comrades disappeared. No, they were destroyed by an overwhelming force.
There was no trace of them, as if they had never been there in the first place, but when I recalled their warmth, I could feel firsthand how eerie the result was.
At that moment, countless silhouettes appeared between the dim lights of the street.
Clank- clank-
The friction of the armor brushing against each other resonated in an orderly and regular manner, and when they finally thought the ground was shaking, they were already standing in front of the man lying face down on the ground.
… … The Third Order of the Royal Knights, the Knights of Argon.
In the meantime, a man’s voice, seemingly bored and indifferent, could be heard.
“Well, let’s just arrest the living ones.”
“Okay.”
The villain felt the cool sensation of the restraints surrounding his body.
But the body didn’t move at all as if it were dead. It was the same even when a hand grabbed the injured leg with great force.
Rather, I felt a sense of relief at the power.
“There are three dead. We will question the remaining two, including the one who passed out.”
“hmm.”
The knights who had been binding their own bodies reported to someone with the utmost respect.
The villain raised his head with difficulty and caught sight of someone between their greaves.
Black uniforms, ornate gold decorations, and silver hair symbolizing nobility.
Finally, looking down at himself, his bloodshot eyes flashing… … .
That was the last thing the unconscious villain could see.
Whether it is a curse or a blessing to be able to continue living, only the future will know.
* * *
I pass over the bodies of those who have passed out and approach Roel, who is struggling to keep his legs upright.
Roel finally caught sight of me and collapsed, either relieved or exhausted.
… … You fell asleep.
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I accepted it and patted its head.
“Well done.”
It was unknown whether he had heard those words. However, judging from the faint smile on his lips, it seemed likely that he had.
“… … .”
Eventually my gaze fell on the Baron’s daughter, Ellie.
“Where are you hurt?”
“… … Oh, no. But Roel, that kid might be hurt.”
She seemed unfazed by the actions of the knights who came straight to her and covered her with a blanket.
Of course, there must have been many embarrassing things before that. However, seeing that he has maintained his sanity until now, it seems that his mental strength also resembles that of the Baron.
I guess that means it won’t collapse to this extent.
“You’ll know when you see it.”
I said so and gave orders to the knights.
“Call a carriage and take the Baron’s daughter to the palace. She must be shocked, so take her straight to the Baron.”
“I will obey your orders.”
So the knights left, taking Ellie, who was still in a daze.
The same was true for those who captured and transported the survivors.
I was lost in thought as I watched the Argonian Knights clearing the path where the battle had left its mark.
‘My eyes were not wrong after all.’
The wave of magical power that was felt as a sensation. It was extremely sharp and rough, like a knight’s aura.
I guess that means he’s mastered the know-how to use mana like an aura. You can tell just by looking at the traces.
furthermore…….
‘Did you follow the swordsmanship I showed you?’
I knew it when I saw it.
It seemed that the knowledge taught during the previous training had created synergy when combined with the crisis situation.
Of course, that would have been possible because the necklace was taken off and the magic power was released… … .
‘Well, it wouldn’t have mattered even if it hadn’t been taken off.’
Because the effect of the artifact created by the great wizard himself couldn’t have been all that.
Even though they had kept the knights on standby just in case, they were saying that there was a corner that was definitely arranged.
Just then, George approached holding holy water.
“Here it is.”
“hmm.”
I sprinkled holy water over the hem of my robe, which was now dark red with dried blood stains.
I could tell that the wound was healing as I could feel my breathing becoming more stable.
As I slowly lifted Roel from my arms, George said.
“If I had known they would move this quickly, I would have entrusted the Third Knights with their escort.”
“The betrayal of the knights was an unpredictable event. Rather, we should be thankful that it allowed Roel to grow without any damage.”
It is said that his relationship with the Third Order has not yet been revealed.
The fact that their leader was helping me could have been a useful weapon in itself.
“It’s just that the timing wasn’t good.”
My eyes were cold and drooping.
Viscount Herg. He was a spy for the Second Prince’s faction who began to act as my informant through intimidation.
A little while ago, a piece of information came to that guy. It was news that some nobles from the Second Prince faction were targeting people around me.
‘How cheeky.’
I started to strengthen the escort of those around me to match it.
But as luck would have it, the Baron’s daughter happened to be visiting the palace.
And those who were attached as escorts betrayed him.
Of course, since it had been arranged, there would have been no harm done. However, it was absolutely difficult to accept the fact that he had dared to betray me.
“What happened to the two knights?”
“I ordered a chase a long time ago, so they’ll probably be caught and brought in soon.”
“It’s useless since I already know the background and even their personal details.”
Clang-!
I stepped on the empty bottle of holy water that was lying on the floor.
“Kill him.”
“All right.”
If they betray me, the only future left for them will be a miserable death.
There were no exceptions. It was the same for the other guys too.
‘Betrayal.’
I looked at Roel’s face.
The threat of those around him. It was something that could have happened in the future, and it was inevitable.
Because I still had an enemy called the Federal Empire in addition to the Second Prince faction.
Then, does that mean we have to strengthen our escort?
‘… … but before that.’
It remained to condemn those who had dared to offend me.
“After you’ve captured the rascals, torture them and find out information. Find out what route they took to get the commission. And also the true nature of the underworld behind them.”
“There will be a bloody storm in the capital.”
“It was just a foreseen future.”
My lips twisted. Also, the final choice was made from the mouth of George I was facing.
“So what are you going to do after you confirm the information?”
“There is nothing to ask.”
I answered like that and turned around.
The sight of him walking away with Roel was filled with endless, cold anger.
* * *
“Shit!”
bang-!
A nobleman slammed his desk and bared his teeth and shouted.
“In the end, didn’t I just end up provoking his guard once again?!”
If we had done nothing, things wouldn’t have gotten any worse.
But since they’ve already stirred up a hornet’s nest, it’s only natural that they’ll prepare even more.
And the responsibility was entirely theirs.
“Then what should I have done? I should have just watched that behavior?”
“Then at least you shouldn’t have entrusted the work to those lowlifes!”
“You were convinced because there was no other alternative, right? It’s ridiculous to come here and start talking about the commoners.”
“Tch!”
Voices were raised among the nobles of the Second Prince faction.
But they also knew that there was no point in passing all the blame on to anyone.
Finally, the nobles interrupted the conversation by clicking their tongues.
“So, why did the operation fail?”
“I guess the first prince’s attendant who was nearby probably stopped the gangsters.”
“Didn’t you say you’re only fifteen? How is that possible?”
It was a natural question. There was no way a fifteen-year-old servant could win against five grown men.
Besides, even though they were called thugs, they were ultimately gangsters who ruled the back alleys.
Of course, it was quite possible to guess the reason.
“They said they brought that servant from the magic tower.”
“Hmm… … .”
“If you’re a wizard, it’s not like it’s completely impossible.”
The nobles who were listening to the story frowned.
No matter what, in the end, the plan was ruined because of one person.
But at that moment, a man who had been listening to the story quietly joined the conversation.
“Since the border will have been strengthened as time goes by anyway, what could be the problem?”
“… … .”
“Let’s think positively. If we think about it, there’s no harm in it for us.”
“Now that I think about it… … .”
There was little material damage, and of course there was no loss of power either.
Even the knights who betrayed were not paid anything.
All I had promised was that I would give up one of the Knights’ seats.
Clank-
As the man straightened his posture, a loud noise was heard. The man said without paying attention.
“Wasn’t the initial goal to cause confusion anyway? It must have been an unexpected attack, so it would have been worth it.”
“I see.”
The nobles’ expressions brightened.
And the eyes of those nobles were fixed on the man who had changed the mood of the conversation.
“Well, thanks to that, things went smoothly.”
The nobleman’s eyes showed a faint smile as he spoke.
“Commander Arnold.”
