Became a tyrant of defense games - Episode 57
◈ 057. [Side Story] Don’t protect the world (3)
In the normally unclearable tutorial stage, I killed the normally unkillable Black Spider Queen and obtained the magic core..
Originally, the black spider army was dealt with after the middle of the second year..
I guessed that equipment made from this magic core would also surpass the current level of equipment..
‘I should have guessed, but... … This.’
I held the black magic gun in my hand tightly and swallowed dry saliva..
Black Queen, an SSR grade magic gun made from the Black Spider Queen's magic core.
‘This is a balance breaker.’
To the point where I felt like a fool for saving this magical core for so long, a ridiculous piece of equipment came out..
I'm still not sure what the hidden options are. The remaining options are sufficient. No, it's overflowing..
‘At least for the first year, you can carry by the collar with this one..’
Kangdem alone is a super bamboo spear..
In the next year or so, you will be able to take care of not only elite monsters but also boss-level monsters with just one hit if you hit their weaknesses..
Moreover, the user of this gun is Damian. He is a cheat character with [clairvoyance].
This means that this overwhelming damage can be inflicted at the right place..
‘Yo yo, a game like a beggar’s feet! Looks like you're finally trying to make me feel more at ease.?’
The corner of my mouth twitched. It's natural that I got an item so awesome that it's hard to stop laughing..
When I was satisfied, the blacksmith and alchemist guild leaders also smiled brightly..
“I am so glad that your Majesty seems to like it.!”
“The whole time I was making it, I felt like I was possessed by something. We are just happy that we can make something like this..”
“They both did a great job. Everyone in the workshop had a hard time too..”
I looked around at everyone in the workshop and praised them..
“My bonus will be generous. Please take care of the next one too.”
“Yep, Your Highness!”
“Is there any!”
I had Lucas pick up the magic guns, and Lucas and I left the battle. Behind us, the two union leaders bowed repeatedly..
“Is this horse gun really that great, my lord??”
I smiled at Lucas, who was curious..
“The landscape of war will change.”
“Is it that much?……?”
Lucas looked down at the magic gun in his hand..
“I'm so glad it was completed before the stage started..”
I looked at the remaining time.
[STAGE 3]
- Until start: 20 hours 30 minutes
There is still time until the next stage begins..
You can deliver the horse gun to Damian and even train him to get used to it..
‘I feel sorry for swearing at Ader..’
I cursed at the director for not adjusting the difficulty level of trash games..
On the other hand, I get cursed to the extent that I have to endure it. I never thought the game would suddenly become easier like this..
I happily rode the carriage and returned to the mansion..
Today is the day before the defensive battle, so the party members were summoned to the mansion in advance. Everyone will be waiting for me.
“lord.”
As the carriage approached the mansion, Lucas from the driver's seat called me..
“huh? what's the matter?”
“It would be better to see it for yourself..”
I stuck my head out of the carriage window. Then.
Entrance to the stone wall leading to the manor house.
A small girl was standing there..
“…….”
She was a girl with bright green eyes and platinum hair that shined brightly even under the late afternoon sunlight..
With a large bag on my back, I was ready to go on a long journey..
Evangeline Cross was waiting for us.
rattle!
I got off the carriage and approached Evangeline..
“Evangeline.”
“…….”
Evangeline looked up at me with her characteristic pointed eyes, and then sighed..
“Today, the lord's aide gave me this..”
Evangeline took out a bundle of magically treated paper from her pocket..
It's a gold coin certificate..
Because you can't carry all that heavy gold around..
Under the guarantee of the Continental Merchants' Union and the Wizards' Alliance's Ivory Tower, it is a magical document that proves that you actually have this amount of gold coins and where they are..
Simply put, a check.
Since it is quite rare to find someone who has enough gold coins to write a certificate, the certificate itself is highly regarded anywhere on the continent..
It was a long story, but anyway, when I summarized the Cross family's family assets, it came out to be quite a lot of money..
As long as the amount on that certificate is enough, Evangeline won't have any trouble making a living wherever she goes..
“I really appreciate that you got the whole thing done in less than a week.…….”
Evangeline growled, showing her prominent fangs..
“Immediately after receiving this, the aide said.”
“What did you say?”
“‘The lord said, if you have received this money, there is no need to see you in this city anymore, so you should move out and get out of the city as soon as possible~’ … … Called.”
Evangeline imitated Ader’s tone and crossed her arms in dissatisfaction..
“And they said it was the lord's order to pack up all my belongings and kick me out of the mansion. I was dumbfounded, so I waited here to ask the senior directly. This was really ordered by my senior.?”
I nodded..
“okay.”
“No, aren't you trying to kick me out too hastily? I haven't even said hello yet.”
“If we're going to break up, we need to break up quickly. What should I do if I feel like it?.”
I pretended to sound stern..
“The next defensive battle begins tomorrow. This will be a battlefield. I want to get caught in this mud and roll with it.?”
“still…….”
“Don't talk nonsense and leave quickly. Because you have nothing to do with this city anymore..”
He gave up his title and liquidated all his assets..
Evangeline, who was hesitant about what regrets she had left, carefully opened her mouth..
“Still, I will help you with the next defense. Because you helped me too…….”
“no!”
I flatly refused..
“If you're going to leave anyway, leave with a clean slate. Don't get mud on your body for no reason..”
“but!”
“This city can be protected without the help of children like you..”
Evangeline got angry at my words..
“You saw me fight! It's enough for one person! No, more than that…….”
“Evangeline!”
When I screamed, Evangeline, startled, hiccupped and stepped back..
I thrust my index finger at Evangeline and cornered her..
“Didn’t you decide to leave your hometown and start a completely new life? So you gave up your title and disposed of your family's assets. You’ve disposed of all your home and lingering regrets.!”
“that… … but.”
“If you make up your mind to do so, make sure to do it. This means leaving without looking back.!”
I continued to shoot back sharply..
“It's just as you said. There is nothing but death and dust here on the monster front. And once you step into it, death and dust will never let you go.!”
“…….”
“From now on, don't enter the war against monsters at all. Go away for good and find something else you really want to do..”
After taking a brief breath, I exhaled slowly..
“Live freely and do what you want. That was your father's will..”
“……!”
“You said you wanted to be an unfilial daughter, Evangeline. She wants to live like a tree frog. But please listen to your father's last wish..”
I passed by the frozen Evangeline and entered the entrance of the mansion..
“You are now an outsider. This mansion no longer belongs to your family..”
“Senior, just a moment……!”
“We must hold a meeting to prepare for a defensive battle tomorrow. I want you to vacate as soon as possible..”
“…….”
I took a quick step and headed into the mansion..
I don't know what kind of expression Evangeline was looking at me like that..
“Thank you for the past few days, senior. No, prince..”
A greeting was heard in a polite voice..
“Lastly, I stopped by my parents’ grave… … I'm leaving Crossroads..”
“…….”
“I hope that luck will be with you on your future journey..”
I entered the entrance of the mansion without answering until the end..
As I entered the entrance, I glanced back and saw Evangeline sitting still, her back bent 90 degrees. I muttered softly..
“……I hope you have good luck in your life too.”
thud!
I closed the front door and sighed. Wow.
Lucas, who was standing next to me, smiled bitterly..
“There was no need to be so harsh, right?.”
“If you say something half-heartedly, that guy will also have regrets. Did you hear what I said? what? Help with defense? One person's share? Hi go!”
I waved my hand..
“Just do it one more day and then you'll sit there forever. Then it won't work. I really need to kick them out..”
“Still, it could have been tied better.…….”
“Breaking up doesn’t necessarily require tears, right? A bunch of gold certificates is enough, okay?.”
I peeked out through the window of the mansion's hallway..
Evangeline adjusted her backpack, tied her spear and shield to her waist, and began to walk slowly south..
Lastly, did you say you would stop by your parents’ grave?.
“…….”
I looked at the small back of the girl walking away and let out a small sigh of regret. Bye bye, my expensive SSR…….
“Come on, the guy who went is the guy who went!”
I punched the back of another SSR-rank knight next to me. Lucas smiled awkwardly.
“Let's do our best, Lucas.!”
“I just follow what my lord says..”
Lucas and I entered the living room of the mansion..
In the reception room, the main party members had been assembled in advance and were waiting. Jupiter, Damian, and…….
“Why me again!”
Our Flame Archmage, Lily.
I grinned evilly and sat in the seat in front of Lily..
“Was your brief freedom sweet, Lily? Then it's time to be exploited again..”
“Aaaah! majesty! Please send it back to the workshop! I'll work until my bones turn to dust, so please get a desk job.!”
Lily's entire body is tied up with ropes, and she is pouring out tears and snot..
Don't act weak, Lily. You are the one who does what you do when you do it. The prince knows how capable you are..
“Well, there is less than a day left until the defensive battle. Lastly, let’s check our party’s strategy..”
The strategy meeting began with Lily comforted and comforted..
A defense strategy against the golem had already been established. Today was a day of confirmation, familiarization, and final inspection of details..
The meeting lasted about an hour with a map of the castle wall laid out..
After explaining everyone's roles once again and assigning appropriate rear support duties to Lily,.
“And Damian. I brought you another gift.”
I grinned and held out two wrapped horse guns to Damian..
Damian, with wide eyes, accepted the magic guns I gave him..
“Can I open the packaging??”
“of course! Open it quickly.”
This was the moment when Damian was carefully unpacking the magic gun and I was trying to explain how great it was..
bang!
The drawing room door opened violently..
Surprised, everyone looked towards the door. There was a soldier standing there, desperately out of breath..
“Huh, huh! Yes, Your Majesty! It's an emergency!”
“what. What's going on??”
“This is a report from the reconnaissance unit! Monsters, monsters……!”
I widened my eyes at the words that followed..
“Monsters have appeared! The type is a golem army, a large monster! The number is over 200! They are currently advancing towards the city at an incredible speed.!”
“……what?”
Embarrassed, I quickly opened the system window..
“What nonsense, there's still time until the stage starts.?”
[STAGE 3]
- Until start: 18 hours 55 minutes
“Look at this! There are still nineteen hours…….”
at that very moment.
[???'s ?? intervenes in the game!]
I felt like the necklace around my neck was getting hot.,
Sigh.!
[STAGE 3]
- Until start: ■■ hours ■■ minutes
Suddenly, the numbers in the system window started spinning furiously..
“M, I did…….”
I trailed off hesitantly..
uh?
What is this again?.
what… … what is happening?
The remaining time clearly falls down with a rustling sound..
Falling, falling again-
Cheolkeong!
[STAGE 3]
- Until start: 00 hours 30 minutes
has disappeared.
There was a 19-hour grace period remaining. It all evaporated with only 30 minutes left..
“……crazy.”
I was so dumbfounded that I froze..
No, don't cheat. At least the system window shouldn't be scammed..
What on earth is this?……?
“That's not all, Your Majesty.!”
The soldier shouted one after another. I suddenly came to my senses and looked in that direction..
“According to reports, the monsters are exhibiting strange behavior.!”
“Strange behavior? what?”
“They say they split into two groups.!”
An army of monsters? Divided into two groups?
why?
“Approximately 200 individuals, or 80% of the total, are coming straight to the city, but the remaining 20%, about 50 individuals that separated from the main force, are…….”
The next words made me dizzy for a moment..
“It is said that they are heading towards the orchard where the Margrave used to live.!”
“……what?”
I slowly looked to the side..
Lucas, who made eye contact with me, also had a pale face..
Now in the orchard…….
- Lastly, I stopped by my parents’ grave… … I'm leaving Crossroads..
……Evangeline must be there.
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