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152Collector of Anger and Greed (4)
The atmosphere was cold and frozen..
explicit refusal.
In response to a somewhat aggressive response, Mackin said with a murderous expression:.
“that word. Can I take this as hostility??”
Kingdom of Cairo.
In the end, it is just a weak country.
Inside, the four factions are fiercely fighting as if it were the whole world, but by the standards of the continent, the Kingdom of Cairo was nothing..
The same goes for Roman Dmitry. The reason he is so highly regarded is because he defeated Butler in his mid-20s, but by today's standards, he is not enough to overwhelm the continent's powerhouses..
blast furnace.
Roman’s answer was important..
The Valhalla Empire had the power to crush beings like Roman like ants..
“Speak clearly. From the moment you threaten me, I have no good words for you..”
a firm voice.
Roman looked straight at Mackin..
Even though the opponent showed a fierce force, the eyes looking at him did not waver..
“Valhalla Empire. You do not know that you are strong. But I have no intention of being forced to swear allegiance to anyone, even if there is a knife at my throat. Did you say you could accept it as hostility? Do whatever you want. Either incite the central government to attack Dmitri, or bring in those great warriors from Valhalla to assassinate me. No threat can force my answer.”
Valhalla.
they are strong.
However, Roman knew the limits of Valhalla..
‘The Kingdom of Cairo is the prey that the Kronos Empire has been working on for years. If Valhalla were to attack Cairo, the Kronos Empire would not just sit back and watch. In the end, the fight in Cairo has no choice but to end with internal forces. And the power that Dmitry has now cannot be overcome by pressure from the central government alone..’
Dmitry Alliance.
Its meaning is not simple.
When the central government punishes, it borrows the power of surrounding fiefdoms, and all powers in the northeastern region have decided to follow Dmitry..
The Count of Denver follows the Valhalla Empire..
Even if he raises his voice and calls for Dmitry to be punished, the central government will not dare to go to war..
threats beyond borders.
The Kronos Empire is holding on, but if civil war breaks out, Cairo will inevitably fall into abyss..
and.
The fall of Cairo meant the rise of the Kronos Empire..
It was an exquisite point.
Roman knew that by forming Dmitri's alliance, he could seize an exquisite point..
‘The Valhalla Empire has no way to attack me. Only one. There is a way to assassinate me by mobilizing the powerful people of Valhalla, but such threats will not work on me..’
The days when I lived as Baek Jung-hyuk.
received numerous assassination threats.
No matter how the assassination was attempted, Roman was confident that he wouldn't bat an eye..
Roman said.
“Unless you plan to antagonize me. There is only one option for Valhalla. Please wait. I, Roman Dmitry, do not wish to simply become a parasite on someone else's power. The moment I make a choice, that force will surely rise to the top in Cairo, and people will call the Dmitry family the kingmakers. that's what i hope.”
gave a compromise.
keep your mouth shut.
wait for your choice.
Despite threats from the Valhalla Empire, Roman came out strong..
The world did not yet know about the union of Dmitry and Valentino..
However, with just the power revealed now, we have enough strength to boldly go against the Valhalla Empire..
“……You handle things so boldly..”
McKean's expression hardened..
I feel bad.
Roman's attitude crossed the line, but that didn't stop him from attacking him..
war with hector.
Integration of the Northeast Area.
Due to a series of events, Dmitry became an untouchable bomb..
‘Now take a step back. But if you keep acting like you are now, then you'll have to make a decision..’
McKean said.
“If you keep your neck stiff, it is bound to break at any time. Roman Dmitry. Always keep my words in mind. The reason we are taking a step back is not because you are strong, but because, given enough time, you are not a threat to the Valhalla Empire. The continent is large. Please keep in mind that the Butler you worked so hard to defeat is nothing in the Valhalla Empire, and make a careful choice. If we make a decision. Then I'll show you how meaningless your sand castles are..”
It was a warning and a conciliation.
Mackin got up from his seat, leaving behind a cold lingering feeling..
* * *
Starting with the Valhalla Empire.
A call came from the four factions in Cairo..
They knew about the existence of Dmitry's alliance and urged everyone to make a decision..
Some forces seek appeasement.
Some forces carried out their threats.
As Cairo's power system became increasingly extreme, Roman Dmitry took a resolute stance..
“There are some things to sort out in Dmitry at the moment. Exactly one year later. After finishing Dmitry's work, I plan to go up to the capital and challenge the public rankings. And if all is said and done. At that time, I will clearly reveal my whereabouts..”
1year.
It wasn't good news.
All four forces felt betrayed by Roman's change, which seemed like he would make a decision at any moment..
head of the aristocratic faction.
So did Marquis Benedict..
I didn't like Roman's one-sided notice, but like Valhalla, there was nothing I could do about it..
“……Are you planning on leaving Dmitri alone??”
It was a question from a subordinate..
Marquis Benedict spoke with his eyes fixed on the document..
“We have no other option than to wait. It may have been right after the war with Hector ended, but as soon as Roman Dmitry returned to his hometown, he took unconventional steps to seize control of the northeastern region. He is truly a clever guy. From the moment the Northeastern Union, which had been rebelling against Dmitry, gave in. The Dmitry family became something the central government could not do anything about. To be precise, if the balance of power is disrupted by touching them, the only way to maintain the current system is to ignore them..”
“Still, it's too dangerous. If you give Dmitri time, they will expand their power rapidly..”
“Know.”
widely.
covered the documents.
Marquis Benedict looked at his subordinate..
While leading the noble faction, he did not get to his current position by luck..
“Face reality. If we cannot gain a clear advantage by opposing Dmitry, it is better to place our hopes on positive possibilities. Clearly, the empire's henchmen cannot help but express their disapproval of Roman Dmitry's actions. Unlike them, we will support Roman Dmitry until the end and respond favorably to him. So that he can trust me. Even if the price is Dmitry's betrayal, Roman Dmitry is worth the sacrifice..”
hero of cairo.
He was someone I was passionate about..
I wanted to have him somehow, and my bold move actually made me want more..
“If Roman Dmitry chooses me. I won't make it an issue of what happened in the meantime. but.”
I trailed off.
blind courtship.
As intense as the emotions are, the price of betrayal will be as certain..
“If you choose a different route than mine, then you will definitely pay the price..”
Just one year.
That was the Maginot Line of waiting..
* * *
that time.
Roman read a letter in his study.
[brother. I have never once thought that life at the academy was enjoyable. But after meeting my brother, my life completely changed. Children who were afraid of the Castro family began to approach me as friends, and my swordsmanship skills are improving rapidly as I work hard to practice the techniques my older brother taught me. Not long ago, I was even complimented by a swordsmanship professor who said I might be a genius. Thank you very much. As a younger brother, I haven't done anything for my brother, but he has given me so much. There is nothing I can do for you now, but I will definitely repay you for the kindness I received from you as I live my life..]
It was Lauren Dmitry..
The heartfelt letter made Roman laugh..
‘That brothers exist as brothers. It's not bad.’
this life.
It's different from my previous life.
There was no reason or intention to get into a physical fight with my younger brother..
The fact that they exchanged warm feelings just because they were brothers gave special meaning to Roman's life..
‘One year from now. I must become stronger..’
Roman's Fence.
Many people came into it..
He was no longer alone, and defeat was unacceptable..
‘Using the system of power is now also limited. King faction, noble faction, Kronos Empire faction, Valhalla Empire faction. The four powers that divide the Kingdom of Cairo will no longer wait for me. So, the last year. If I don't use this time well, I'm bound to lose something in the war with them..’
something.
it cannot be determined.
It could be his family, his subordinates, or it could be the end of his life as Roman Dmitry..
anything.
I didn't like it.
Living a new life, Roman hoped for many things.
Like a past life.
I hoped to reach the top position.
And I hoped not to lose anything.
Unlike his past life, Roman Dmitry's life as Baek Jung-hyuk had the power to be greedy..
‘If a war begins in earnest. There is no time to look back on myself then..’
The middle part of Cheonma Swordsmanship.
That wasn't enough.
Although it is said to be a power that overwhelms Butler, Roman hoped to be more overwhelming than that..
1year.
It's time for progress.
I was going to whip myself even more, and I had one more thing to prepare for the future..
‘Edwin Hector. He doesn't know when he'll meet a wizard like him again. No matter what variables arise. In order to be able to perfectly respond to it, you must thoroughly understand the wizard for a year. Even if a wizard greater than Edwin Hector appears. I will cut them all down and achieve my goal..’
A time when there was nothing to lose.
Baek Jung-hyuk struggled desperately to survive..
And now there's a lot to lose.
Roman Dmitry showed a stronger will than ever.
* * *
3 months have passed since then.
13 magic towers on the continent.
Phoenix, considered the weakest among them, always had a fundamental problem that plagued them..
“Ugh.”
Phoenix's successor.
Felix sighed..
a few days ago.
There was a magic society.
It was hosted by the Magic Tower in the Sky, known as the best Magic Tower, and it was an event where representatives of each Magic Tower went out and proved their achievements..
The problem was Phoenix's turn. Felix rose to the level of the 5th circle in his 30s and showed off powerful magic, but the eyes of the wizards who watched him were cold..
Felix's Magic.
It was common.
These were commonly known magics, and the unique identity of the Phoenix Magic Tower was nowhere to be found..
“It was true that the Phoenix Tower lost the magic book that had been passed down from generation to generation..”
3years ago.
Felix's teacher and Phoenix's magic tower lord has gone missing..
As a result, Felix unexpectedly took on the role of acting magic tower owner, but the problem was that he completely lost his identity as he could not inherit the magic book of Burning, Phoenix's secret skill..
Even so, it is Phoenix where the power of the Magic Tower was weak..
The downfall was instantaneous, and even now, wizards are leaving every day..
wizard world.
It was merciless..
Since the Magic Tower in the Sky was known to possess all the magic in the world, there was no reason to remain in Phoenix without a secret weapon..
“……If things go on like this, it will be ruined in an instant..”
I was at a loss.
I couldn't see the future.
Usually, magic towers receive support from the country and rent some land, but the Franks where they are now have been passively supporting them since the disappearance of magic towers..
It was an absurd attitude. At first, he acted as if he would remove his entire liver and gallbladder to bring in Phoenix, but now he regarded Phoenix's existence as a burden..
Magic Tower and Kingdom.
It is a mutually beneficial relationship..
The Magic Tower provides living conditions, and the kingdom can borrow its power in times of emergency..
As the days go by, my worries grow more mature..
Felix received a letter.
[……The conditions are simple. For the next six months. If you become my sparring partner, I will reward you with 1000 gold every month..]
It was an unusual offer..
A whopping 1000 gold in return for being my sparring partner..
My eyes widened..
Even though the situation at the Magic Tower was not good, I couldn't refuse an offer like this..
The Franks are in the southwest of the continent.
It was a bit far from where I sent the letter, but I was in no position to choose between hot and cold food right now..
‘It's the very end in the northeast. It's really far away..’
that day.
Felix packed his bags..
his destination.
That place was Dmitry of the Kingdom of Cairo..
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