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Became a tyrant of defense games - Episode 311

◈ 311. [STAGE 13] Outside the teacup

“I'll report to you, Your Majesty..”

Serenade came with a second telegram in her arms and gave it to me..

Following the news of the start of the war, this was the second news delivered by Jeon Seo-eung..

“The operation to escape the close relatives of His Highness 1st Prince Lark was a success. It is said that everyone made it out of the imperial capital safely..”

“Looks like Alberto and Elise did their job. great job.”

I nodded, remembering the faces of the old butler and the maid prosecutor. Serenade bowed her head gracefully and stepped behind her..

Getting Lark's wife and three children out of the imperial capital was a plan prepared long ago..

It was also something I promised when I met Lark a few days ago..

If they are held hostage in Fernandez's hands, Larque's actions will be restricted. I don't want that..

I hope the two brothers clash with their blades sharply raised..

That way, I will have more room to move in that gap..

‘When a whale fight breaks out, the shrimp etc are bound to explode..’

For the third whale eating the burst shrimp, it's also a great opportunity..

Lucas groaned as he listened to the rapidly changing situation within the empire..

“Why did His Highness Fernández betray?……?”

“Well, it depends on the justification..”

What does the reason have to do with anything? Even if there is a worthy cause, I have no interest in it..

What matters is the results this will bring..

The empire will be divided in two, and the world will hold its breath and watch the civil war unfold..

Everyone will be racking their brains and running calculators to figure out which side they should be on..

“So, are we on Prince Lark’s side??”

Evangeline seemed to have the same concerns, so she asked urgently:.

I guess I'm more concerned because I'm the heir to the Marginal Count who will inherit Crossroads in the future..

I gave a simple answer.

“no.”

“Then why were Prince Lark's family members taken out? Are you planning to present it to Prince Fernandez??”

“That's not it either.”

First of all, on the surface it is a humanitarian matter for Lark, but.

To be more honest, it is also a safety measure to prevent Larc's army from attacking us..

If we protect Lark's wife and children here, at least the imperial army under Lark will not be able to touch us..

Also, even if Fernandez's army tries to attack this place, there is a higher chance that Larc's army will stop it..

‘Looking at it this way, I wonder how it is different from a hostage..’

Well, let's just say we both understood each other. At least I have no intention of intimidating you or forcing you to stay..

“We declared our independent path.?”

I looked around at the people under my command and made sure once more..

“We don't stick anywhere. we take the third way.”

Confrontation between two princes.

It is obvious that the winner of this fight will be closer to the next throne..

In other words - from the perspective of the surrounding forces watching, if you line up wrong here, it's the end..

Although there are those who confidently support one or the other, there are also those who would like to withhold their choice..

To those people, I approach them as an alternative..

For those who want to show sincerity to the Everblack Empire and the Imperial Family, but do not yet know which side of the two princes to stick to..

First of all, he is trying to persuade me to show sincerity. Then, when the next emperor is decided, I will tell you well..

It wouldn't be a bad suggestion. It may not be as good as lining up in person, but at least there is no risk of receiving the point of the empire's sword..

‘My position is so mysterious.’

Since you are a member of the royal family, you are not completely unrelated to the imperial family's strife, but you can distance yourself by clearly declaring your independent policy long ago..

In a battle between two equally similar forces, the side I side with is likely to win in the end. My ransom price will go up more and more.

It means that it is optimized for picking up soybean paste and eating it..

‘Let’s watch a ritual and eat some rice cake..’

Also, at the same time.

“While they fight amongst themselves on the ecliptic, we absorb the forces of the gray area..”

They'll be busy fighting among themselves. You can jump into recruiting the ‘Fallen King’ without worrying about what your brothers think anymore..

While the world's attention is focused on the ecliptic New Terra, I will bring under my command the fallen kings who are suffocating in the shadows..

Establish a safe zone where all persecuted people can stay safe and form an alliance with them..

I am building up as much power as I can..

‘I don't need the throne. I don't need wealth, fame, or power..’

Just to protect this world against monsters.

I will do everything I can.

‘I guess I'll have to organize a special envoy..’

Each fallen king has a different person who can persuade them well..

Fortunately, there are already quite a few capable people around me, so I think I can dispatch a special envoy according to the opponent..

As I was thinking, I sighed and rubbed my chin..

‘……In the end, you end up getting involved in the affairs of the outside world..’

Defense - Dungeon exploration - City planning. I wanted to repeat 3 beats endlessly like in the game, but.

In order to achieve a more certain victory, I drew a bigger picture. Now we can even try our hand at diplomacy, which was not part of the Eight Characters..

‘If it's necessary, I'll do it.’

Looking around at my subordinates, whose eyes were shining at me, I smiled bitterly to myself..

‘Because there are already a lot of people I have to take responsibility for..’

In a rapidly changing situation, I explained to my subordinates the future direction of our monster front, listened to their opinions, and discussed and held meetings late into the night..

***

The relay meeting continued until dawn..

When everyone looked tired and tired, Ader and Serenade came into the living room with hot tea and refreshments. I applauded.

“I think the meeting is almost over, so let's have some tea and take a breather..”

While Ader was serving tea and refreshments to the others, Serenade brought a cup and poured tea for me..

Red and transparent tea water swirled and swayed in the cup..

“thank you.”

When I took the glass and expressed my gratitude, Serenade gently opened her silver eyes..

“you're welcome.”

“Thank you for the tea, but... … Thank you for your big decision..”

I was talking about the top of Wintersilver..

The upper part of Winter Silver had already been dispersing its body by pulling it out of the ecliptic..

They were giving up on Hwangdo, which was considered the center of world logistics, and fragmenting branches into cities around it..

This was because they did not know what would happen in the imperial capital if Fernandez rebelled..

This work was carried out underwater and was barely completed a few days ago..

It may have been a decision that could completely overturn the reputation of the top tier that three generations had built, but Serenade complied without a word. I was both thankful and sorry.

“It's also for our superiors..”

Serenade smiled warmly like the scent of tea in her hand..

“It would be natural for the lives of insignificant merchants like us to turn into dew on the execution ground with just one word from the Most High. Even so, our top has been too dependent on the protection of the imperial family..”

Since it was the Winter Silver upper class that was close to the imperial family and enjoyed special privileges, in other words, it was possible for them to be wiped out with just a word from the emperor..

“Improving one's constitution was absolutely necessary. This was a good opportunity..”

I thought about what happened last time in the imperial capital. The upper building was attacked and burned, and Serenade almost died several times..

Serenade must have been something I felt back then. It can't go on like this.

“I really appreciate it, Your Majesty..”

The serenade came one step closer to me and whispered in my ear..

“If it weren't for your highness, neither I nor our boss would have changed forever... … Because I would have been trapped in that small world..”

“Ugh, uhh…….”

It's correct and a good story, but... … But why do you speak so quietly in my ear??

By the way, your voice sounds like some kind of sugar. I feel like I'm melting…….

“omg!”

At that time, I felt eyes staring at me..

I turned around in surprise and saw my party members looking at me with warm, somewhat cheering expressions..

No, don't give me the thumbs up! Stop nodding your head!

In particular, the Godhand-Lily couple nodded with an expression reminiscent of veteran veterans, saying things like, 'It's a good time' or 'We had times like that too.'.

And then they hold each other's hands as if they are reminiscing... … I don't know what it is, but I'm king, you guys?!

“Hehehe!”

After catching my breath, I spoke seriously to Serenade..

“Still, there needs to be a central branch. The imperial branch was hit by a flat wind... … where are you going to move?”

Although not as big as the Imperial Capital, there are some places with quite active commercial activities among nearby cities..

Should I choose one of these places? Because there is no place to turn down the winter silver top..

“I've already been struggling with that issue quite a bit.…….”

Serenade, who took a bite from me, smiled brightly while holding her teacup tightly..

“Since I've already raised the stakes, I'm thinking about investing heavily..”

Investing more since the stakes have been raised?

……I'm sure you're not trying to say that you're going to set up your upper headquarters in Crossroads or anything like that.?

Anyway, this is a fortress city in a remote area in the south. Serenade wouldn't be bad enough to have its headquarters in a place like this. Mmmmm.

“I'll let you know later when it's decided, Your Highness..”

“Okay, okay. Anyway, thank you very much. I don't know how I would have done it without you.”

When I praised her sincerely, Serenade's cheeks turned red..

The long fingers holding the teacup twitched wildly, and Serenade quickly turned her body to the side and gulped down the tea. Isn’t it hot??

It felt awkward for some reason, so I slowly swallowed the tea. Huh! This house’s tea is really delicious!

“Whiyu~”

A whistling sound came from over there. Holy shit. Everyone is watching, what kind of pink mood is this?.

I quickly shot down the remaining glass and stood up..

“I believe that we have sufficiently shared the direction our front will take in the future and our vision for the future..”

All my subordinates, who were laughing heartily, straightened their postures when I spoke with a serious face and listened to my story. I nodded..

“However, no matter how the world changes in the future or how the appearance of the battlefield here changes, do not lose sight of our original purpose..”

The banner that seems to have been said dozens and hundreds of times is spoken once again..

“Kill monsters, protect people.”

Everything else is merely secondary to this purpose..

In the end, the definition of the monster front here is that it is an absolute defense line that protects humanity from monsters..

We must remain faithful to our role as the last bastion of defense games..

“ruler! Let's prepare for the next defensive battle.”

The next stage is just around the corner.

It's time to take our eyes off the typhoon swirling in a teacup and deal with the nightmare coming from outside..

***

The forward base has now had almost all necessary repairs completed..

While waiting for the monster army to arrive, I am looking at the stage information window..

[Enemy Information - STAGE 13]

- Lv.?? ??? : 1 body

- Lv.40 Troll Sorcerer: 2 bodies

- Lv.40 Troll Royal Guard: 10

- Lv.35 Troll Shield Soldier: 190

- Lv.30 Troll General: 344 units

The opponent for this stage is the troll army that we faced in the previous free exploration..

It is a tank monster with strong regenerative power and strong physical and magical defense. However, its attack power is relatively weak..

‘You shouldn't let down your guard, but honestly, looking at it objectively, the power difference is significant.…….’

We can overwhelmingly wipe them out..

‘and…….’

I frowned and opened another system window..

There was a phrase I didn't like floating in front of my eyes..

[???'s ?? passes the turn.]

[Dark events do not occur in this stage..]

Even at this stage.

Dark event did not trigger.

“…….”

I chewed my pursed lips..

I can feel it slowly.

My opponent is the demon king entangled in the lake kingdom..

plotting something.

‘I skipped the dark event I had been using regularly three times in a row.?’

Unless you suddenly throw the game and open mid. It would be much more accurate to think that they are plotting something evil..

The problem is that I am ignorant of dark events..

First of all, it was an element that didn't exist when I was playing the game, and since I came to this world, I've been suddenly hit by it.…….

‘I guess I'll have to talk to Ader about this..’

That was when I was thinking about that..

Shoot ahhh!

thud! thud! thud!

Monsters began to rise from the surface of the lake..

It was a familiar group of trolls who had been beating me up throughout the dungeon exploration this season..

I was relaxed, and the party members under my command were also relaxed. Anyway, we've had enough of these bastards for the past few weeks, so we've all gotten used to it..

however.

《Kyahahahahahaha-!》

Suddenly, loud laughter came from the troll army..

Even though it was quite far away, it was a sound of laughter that clearly pierced my ears. The soldiers were swayed by the unique morale of the boss monster..

“uh?”

Embarrassed, I quickly lifted the telescope. No, was there a unit with this much presence among the named Troll Legion??

When I picked up the telescope, I saw it right away..

Riding on a magic carpet, wearing a turban adorned with jewels, holding a female troll in each hand... … A troll with a huge appearance.

“Holly shhh.”

The highest-ranking member of the troll army, and an ultra-rare monster whose encounter probability in-game is estimated to be below the decimal point..

The name was given to him because he is the king of the troll army and the number one contributor to the game-ruining act of trolling..

“troll king……!”

I took my eyes off the telescope and screamed as loud as I could..

“X done-!”

I stepped on shit, such a shibboleth!