The Barbarian of the Academy - Chapter 117
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4.
After Ulan ran out of base.
Noah, now alone, focused on defending the base..
Of course, Eloden's raiding party would never arrive here. You'll have to cross Uhlan to do that. But, there is one thing in case, so I was thinking of getting insurance..
‘First of all, I have to make a guardian.’
Suhojin).
It is the most basic defense technique..
Embedding magic totems around the target to protect, and placing amulets in order to create a strong and solid shield in a small area..
‘Although there is no magic totem…….’
fortunately there is a replacement.
Human Totem left behind by Ulan.
The student body president, Cliff Anton..
Since the Mock Battle started, it has a lot of magical power, probably because it has been only at the base, so it is optimal to use as a substitute for a totem..
some time after that.
The guards guarding the flag have been completed..
‘good. I have insurance on this.’
Next, should I make a barrier to defend the base itself? With that thought in mind, I took out a few talismans and was about to prepare them..
“excuse me.”
A familiar voice tapped in my ear..
Pretend to be popular.
After a while, a girl with flowing turquoise hair appeared..
Appearance of an unexpected person.
Noah opened his eyes wide in embarrassment. On the other hand, the other person smiled with a calm face..
“Can I come in for a minute?”
“……laurea.”
Eloden's next saint.
I wondered how he crossed Ulan, but Laurea can understand. Because she has an ability similar to her teleportation..
“Fufu, you don't have to be so vigilant. After all, my purpose is not a flag.”
“what does that mean…….”
“I'd like to ask you a few questions.”
“to me?”
“yes to you.”
Laurea smiles..
Noah didn't say he could ask yet, but Laurea didn't care..
“Then I'll ask you this first.”
Like you don't need Noah's permission.
After a while, she asked with her eyes wide open like crescent moons..
“who are you?”
pretty stupid question.
At the same time, it was also a trivial question..
So the moment I tried to answer reflexively.
“I am…….”
Noah hurriedly shut his mouth..
It was because the moment I met her bright yellow eyes, I finally realized it. As for her special ability that she possesses.
‘……projection eye)!’
Eyes penetrating the essence.
In front of the ability to distinguish truth from lies, you must be careful with all answers..
Especially when there are many secrets like Noah.
‘If you answer Noah Darschen here, that answer would be a lie.’
Because the owner of this body is definitely Noah, but her spirit and values are an earthling called Yu Min-ah..
In other words, it meant that it was true only when Yu Min-ah was clearly mentioned. Thinking this far, Noah swallowed dry saliva..
To read Laurea's intentions.
‘Suddenly asking something like this…….’
He must be aware that he has a secret and try to dig it out..
‘Did you see something through the projection eye??’
In the original, there was this explanation.
It is said that when Laurea sees the essence of an object, it always appears as a distinct form..
Based on this, it was possible to guess that Laurea's own essence was reflected in a unique form in the projection..
‘Then the wisest course of action is…….’
just shut your mouth.
The only way to break the projection is not to answer at all..
“Doesn't seem like an answer.”
Did they understand Noah's intentions??
Laurea shrugged..
“well, good 'Cause that's not what's important.”
As if it's not really an important question.
Then, as if he remembered something he had forgotten, he made a fuss and asked again..
“Oh, right. This is a slightly different question. You seem quite friendly with Ulan. How long have you known each other? It must have been too long?”
plain and natural question.
However, this is also a question that can be aimed at..
Ulan and Noah actually met for about half a year, a fact that even Ibella and Dillia knew about. But the reality is a little different.
It wasn't half a year ago that Noah got to know Ulan, it was when he played the original game..
So, to get the truth, you have to say it including this period. So Noah exercised his right to remain silent this time as well..
“Hmmm, that's right.”
Meanwhile, as Noah kept his mouth shut, Laurea narrowed her eyes. Then she said with a soft smile.
“you seem to know.”
with a meaningful smile.
Laurea pointed at her yellow eyes..
“about the secrets of my eyes.”
“…….”
Noah's eyes trembled at those words..
It was because I realized it too late. What is Laurea's true goal?.
‘……got hit.’
Two questions from Laurea.
On the surface, this was a very ordinary question. If it was Ibella or Dillia, I'm sure they would have answered without hesitation..
Noah, on the other hand, could not.
She knew the existence of the projection.
So I had no choice but to be careful with my answers, and I avoided unfavorable situations by keeping my mouth shut, but I never thought this was the purpose..
‘At this rate, I'll dry up.’
Just keeping your mouth shut won't solve it. The question itself must be stopped. If you don't, what else might you do?.
“I'm getting more and more curious. Who you are and what your purpose is.”
Looking at her with an interesting expression, Noah threw the amulet at once. Then her usual talisman turned into a blue flame and attacked Laurea..
Hwareuk! rumbling!
raging fire.
However, the flames did not burn a hair on Laurea. It was thanks to the divine shield.
“Doesn't seem like you want to talk.”
“…….”
is the correct answer.
Of course, Noah is not the type to enjoy fighting..
Still, rather than continuing the conversation, I wanted to get out of the awkward situation, even if it meant fighting with her..
“great. So before we start talking, let's take some of your energy off..”
Laurea didn't shy away from fighting either..
With a smile, she politely put her hands together and pursed her lips..
Eventually, the moment the prayer was completed.
Ugh! quagga gaga!
Pure divine power raged.
as strong as a storm.
5.
[Ian Marcus: dead]
[Eloden Remaining Force: 3]
with notice of cancellation.
Ulan recalled the fleeting battle.
area of thirty-nine steps.
Just before this huge realm swallowed Ian, he swung his sword as if sensing danger..
‘it was a wise decision.’
If it had stayed that way, I would have been defeated without even being able to properly swing the sword..
Of course, that doesn't change anything.
The area of thirty-nine steps swallowed up the intestines much faster than Ian's sword attack..
But Uhlan did not escape the sword attack..
Battle with an old colleague).
It was a bit disappointing to blow away such a long-awaited opportunity. And there was something I was curious about, something I wanted to try.
I was curious about how much power Ian Marcus had at the present time and the level he had raised to the limit with his divine power..
and the result.
Ulan recognized Ian's skills..
‘strongest of the four.’
Ibella, Dillia, Ian, Laurea.
Of all the old comrades Ulan had met, none could have surpassed Ian in one-on-one combat..
‘Great talent too.’
Just before the battle begins.
Ian briefly mentioned this name.
‘Paladin Master, Lord Shanktooth.’
Full name is Cadel Dune Shanktooth.
He is the strongest knight in the Seongguk and Ian's teacher. And he was also a man with whom he had spoken several times in his past life..
At the time he said.
「If there's one thing I regret in my life, it's when Sir Marcus reached the level of an expert..」
The reason for regret was simple.
Because Ian graduated from Cadell as soon as he became an expert at advanced knights..
Of course, he could have been taught more, but the upper echelons of the Holy Kingdom had a different idea..
They had no intention of rotting their long-awaited tactical weapon called Expert at the training ground..
So, from this point on, Ian traveled all over the continent and performed missions unique to the paladin..
「If I had strongly opposed it then, if I had taught Sir Marcus a little more, I would have probably become a Master much sooner..」
Then it would have been more helpful in the war against the abyss than it is now, Cadel said regretfully..
but it's okay now.
Ulan remembers his regret.
‘It's hard to teach others…….’
Still, I know how to make it stronger than it is now. It is enough to repeat battles in the line of fire along with training to drive right to the point of death..
‘So this time it will be different.’
I'll teach you myself.
Beyond the Ian Marcus of the past life, in the future war against the abyss, to become a much stronger shield than before.
Ulan smiled contentedly..
As if looking forward to the future.
then.
quagga gaga!
Suddenly, a loud roar was heard. Ulan stared blankly at the epicenter of the roar..
‘Arsene's Stronghold.’
Shown is a half-destroyed cabin.
Then, I felt the clash of divine power and magical power. It seems that Laurea and Noah are fighting each other. Ulan, who was watching this, took his gaze back..
‘You don't have to go to help.’
both have the same power.
At this rate, you will be able to last longer than you think. So, Ulan slightly lowered her stance and glared at the location of El Roden's stronghold..
like a destination.
‘rush like this.’
Immediately after setting a goal.
kwaaang!
kicked the ground violently.
Then, as fast as an arrow, he crossed the forest and ran across the vast plain..
Shortly thereafter, Eloden's stronghold came into view. just looked a little weird.
‘that…….’
Pure white light wrapped around the cabin.
5Star-level divine shield, and various types of divine shields. It must have been the insurance Laurea made while she was at the base..
Of course there was no problem.
Because if you break it, it's over.
saaaaa!
After activating the spirit and maximizing his physical abilities, he grabbed the club tightly. And soon the plain wooden club was burning red..
Master's Symbol, Aura.
Ulan's blows soon fell.
6.
Meanwhile, after starting a battle with Noah,.
Laurea was taken aback..
‘Much stronger than expected?’
Noah is a witch doctor.
So I actually underestimated it a bit..
Because sorcery is called primitive magic, and it is famous for its slow activation..
Divine spells, on the other hand, are different..
It can be activated at any time by simply praying through the mouth or even inwardly. Faster than magic in special circumstances.
‘So I thought it would be easy to conquer…….’
Actually it wasn't at all.
Noah used magic with amazing speed and defended against Laurea's attacks. It was the moment when common sense, which I thought was the right answer, was shattered..
On the other hand, Noah's intentions were a little different..
Contrary to Laurea's high praise, she struggled to suppress her anxiety and nervousness..
‘ugh, what to do?’
Enough magic power, but lack of amulets.
Of course, I know a lot of techniques that can be used without a talisman, but the power is low instead..
The only SSS-class character in the warriors' party, it's not enough to deal with Laurea.
‘before the amulet falls…….’
Uhlans need to secure the flag..
Noah pursed his lips nervously..
But then, the offensive suddenly stopped..
“Phew, I kept fighting, but it's a little tough.”
Laurea steps back.
she said with a chuckle.
“So I won't let it be a draw?”
“……It's a draw?”
“Yeah, I think it won't end if we keep fighting.”
Noah's complexion brightened a little..
Because it was a welcome answer for her.
But the moment he heard what was said, Noah felt speechless..
“I'd rather have a conversation.”
“…….”
embarrassing eyes and facial expressions.
I deserved it.
I started the battle because I didn't want to talk to Laurea, but if I did, the meaning of fighting her would be lost..
“Instead, I only asked my questions earlier, so I'll give you a chance to ask them too..”
“If you have a chance to ask……?”
“Well, how about repeating the question and answer once with each other? Just until the mock battle is over.”
how is it? it's not fair?
Laurea's smile seemed to say so. But Noah shook her head with a puzzled expression..
“I don't have any questions.”
this was true.
Because Noah had played Laurea a few times in the original..
In other words, the state of being familiar with information about her. So, of course, she had no choice but to be curious or want to ask..
“Whoops, is that so??”
Despite her blatant refusal, Laurea's smile did not disappear. Rather, he opened his mouth with a smile as if he had expected this answer..
“frost dragon.”
A name that is mentioned casually.
But it wasn't particularly surprising. Because it has already been mentioned several times. But what followed was enough to break Noah's composure..
“Ghost Knights, Giant King, Swamp Ruler.”
“……!?”
Abyssal Lords yet to appear.
The moment their presence was listed, Noah reflexively widened his eyes. Like hearing unexpected words from an unexpected person.
Meanwhile, facing the agitated Noah.
Laurea grinned..
“how is it? I have a question?”
“…….”
“Oh, don't worry if you think I'm going to give you a false answer. I swear to the Holy Ghost that I only speak the truth here.”
Shortly after her appointment.
Noah opened his tight mouth..
“……the question I asked earlier.”
“yes?”
“Other than that, I'll take the offer..”
It is a question about Noah's identity and how long he knew Ulan. Recognizing this, Laurea nodded happily..
“great. do that.”
As if they don't really matter.
Soon Laurea's mouth opened..
“Then I'll ask you first. You don't have to worry too much. Because it's not a big question.”
Looking at the nervous Noah.
she asked the first question.
“what is your purpose?”
Definitely not a big question.
At the same time, it was not a very difficult question for Noah. So, as usual, I spoke the truth in a calm voice..
“……It's a return.”
“return?”
“to return to where it was originally. This is the final goal I am pursuing now..”
Bright yellow eyes shining like stars.
It's true. Laurea nodded her head in agreement. Now it's Noah's turn. She asked as if there was no need to worry..
“How do you know the Lord of the Abyss??”
“I heard from ulan.”
Noah's eyes twinkled..
Somehow it seemed like that.
However, this alone is not enough. So I pursed my lips to ask more questions..
“So, how did Ulan do it?…….”
“I'm in trouble. As I said before, we decided to repeat the question and answer each other once.?”
“…….”
“now it's my turn?”
After cutting off Noah's question with a single stroke.
Laurea widened her eyes..
“Oh, and seeing that, I'm curious too. How do you know about the Lord of the Abyss??”
this is a bit of a tricky question.
but so far it's fine I came up with a way to get the truth judged in an indirect way.
“I've ever dealt with.”
“Lord of the Abyss?”
“yes.”
I nodded and closed my mouth..
It was true. Because Noah fought countless monarchs while playing the original game..
After thinking for a moment, Laurea nodded, and this time Noah asked again. I didn't even have to think about what to ask..
“How does Ulan know that??”
“just like your answer.”
“……yes?”
Noah with a dazed expression.
This soon turned into bewilderment..
I deserved it.
According to the answer I just heard, it meant that Uhlan had also fought the Lord of the Abyss before..
Around the time Noah couldn't control his panicked feelings, Laurea was also in trouble..
‘What I was originally going to ask…….’
I wanted to ask where Noah answered in the first question, where he was 'originally'.
Just changed my mind a bit.
Including this purpose, because I came up with a question that penetrates the core more. So Laurea asked with a rather serious face..
“do you know the future?”
The moment I heard this question.
Noah guessed.
Perhaps it was his doubts about his powers of foresight, which he often used as an excuse. Judging that it was a difficult question, she blurted out the answer..
“well, to some extent…….”
“please answer correctly.”
I got caught trying to gloss over it.
It's not too hard either. Noah let out a short sigh and gave an honest answer..
“that's right. I don't know all.”
saying you know the future.
Laurea's eyes trembled slightly..
It was because I felt that my guess about the person named Noah was getting narrower little by little..
Then Noah suddenly took a deep breath..
As if asking an important question.
Repeating her breathing several times, she held onto the hem of her blue skirt and opened her mouth..
“……I know it's a stupid question to be honest, but I'll ask just in case..”
“are you okay. ask anything.”
Did he gain courage from Laurea's bright smile? Noah asked with a hard face..
“Ulan is a player?”
“player?”
what is that?
Laurea tilted her head..
“Ah, looking at that reaction, I don't think so..”
Noah sighs in relief.
Apparently, she was content with not knowing that Laurea was a player. Laurea narrowed her eyes at this sight..
‘what is a player?’
I think it's an important clue for some reason..
Intuition whispered that, but I couldn't ask. It was because I could see smoke rising from the base of Elloden in the distance..
‘……I do not have time.’
The mock battle will end soon.
So we have to get the point out.
Why did you make this offer? The real question she wanted to ask Noah. Laurea let out a little breath and pursed her lips..
“Noah Darshen.”
A face with a smile.
With a serious expression, she asked.
“Are you on the side of the abyss?”
“no. never.”
Answer without hesitation.
it's true.
Laurea's eyes twinkled. It was because she realized that Noah was not her enemy..
and at that moment.
[Vapor Deonas: dead]
[Lua Axen: dead]
[Eloden Remaining Force: 1]
There was a notice that a death occurred.
Now all that's left is Laurea.
What this means is clear.
Noah's eyes widened, and Laurea let out a sigh of relief. After a while, a new notice appeared in front of them..
[Eloden camp's flag was stolen.]
[Winning Faction: Arsene Academy]
[Final Winner: Ulaanbaatar]
[Mock Battle has ended.]
signal that the battle is over.
Laurea shrugged..
“Let's end the conversation here.”
“……yes?”
“huh? why are you surprised In the first place, we promised to talk only until the mock battle was over.?”
Seeing Noah startled, Laurea tilted her head. Noah responded with a very embarrassed face..
“Ha, but since you asked first, it's only fair to ask me.!”
“Did I ever say that questions and answers must be fair??”
“that, that……!”
“Anyway, the conversation is over..”
she smiled.
Then he pointed outside and said.
“song. I have to attend the awards ceremony..”
“…….”
Noah closed his mouth..
was a sign of protest.
Laurea, on the other hand, turned and went outside first. Like he has nothing more to say.
Seeing this, Noah trembled..
‘Ugh, I ate right..’
After letting out a heavy sigh, she slowly recalled the information she had gleaned..
To sum it up, it was like this:.
First, Uhlan knows about other Abyssal Lords besides the Frost Dragon..
Second, the uhlans have fought warlords..
Third, Uhlan is not a player..
After everything is sorted out.
Noah swallowed his regret..
‘I should have asked this.’
based on the three.
She thought of this question.
「Does Ulan remember his past life??」
It was a reasonable question.
The door to the abyss hadn't even been opened yet, but I knew who the lords of the abyss were..
Besides, he's not even a player..
Then, the past life, that is, the memory of the previous episode, isn’t it??
Noah guessed so.
‘Of course it makes no sense…….’
I couldn't think of anything other than this.
That's why I wanted to ask, but I never thought they'd end the conversation just because the mock battle was over..
However, Noah did not give up..
‘I'll have to propose again soon.’
As before, it is a proposal to solve questions by repeating questions and answers to each other. With this, I wanted to be sure that the guess I just came up with was correct..
‘If this guess is correct…….’
Because a lot will change in the future.
Looking at the blazing Elloden's stronghold from afar, her blue eyes flashed fiercely..
Afterwards, after Noah left the base,.
The friendly mock battle between Arsene Academy and Elloden Academy has officially ended..
28page. I won't let it be a draw?
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