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My alter ego is becoming a big shot - Episode 118

#118

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“female-! harley!”

When Harley washed up in the dorm and came out, there were people approaching him, excitedly calling his name..

They were a trio of southern warriors, hairy, big, and scarred..

“Hey—I thought he was amazing before, but today, I think he’s become even more of a monster.?”

“Even the mercenaries from Tarak were scared because of that. These guys must have been the only ones who were talking behind your back knowingly or unknowingly..”

“Thanks to that, it was so refreshing to see those who looked down on Calkos's imprint unable to say anything..”

As expected, Harley is the pride of the South, a model of a true warrior, etc.···.

As soon as they finished saying hello, I felt embarrassed as I listened to the three people surrounding him and showering him with praise..

“ha ha ha! Thanks friends! But it doesn't seem like you were here until recently, where have you been??”

In the end, Harley cut them off and slowly changed the subject..

Considering how long he had been in the Northern Mountains on his rescue mission, it didn't make sense for them to arrive at the Iron Citadel only now..

“Oh, in the meantime, we were mobilized to establish a cordon behind the fortress. This time, the lord himself came here and we followed him..”

“Even though this is a strategic point, we can't stop every single one. Because there are bound to be some who leak out..”

Due to the nature of the terrain, the Iron Fortress at the forefront protrudes forward, receiving concentrated attacks from monsters.···.

There was no way one castle could stop them all coming from that wide mountain range..

It was not for nothing that a large number of troops were needed for this incident..

At least this is the extent of the Tulk Kingdom, which has only the County of Aonia bordering the mountain range. The Azerion Empire, whose territory borders the entire central part of the northern mountain range, was at the point where the nation was doing its best to respond..

Harley chatted with colleagues she hadn't seen in a long time, promised to meet again later, and headed to the center where the command center was located..

‘I'm not particularly tired right now, so I guess I can just go see the lord right away..’

It was better to finish what I had to do right away when I remembered it..

Even if you told them to come when it's convenient, they probably would prefer that too.?

However, when he almost reached his destination, he encountered his spherical counterpart again..

“It's been a while, Harley. I heard that your performance today was great. Well, it's only natural for Harley..”

It was Ranger Charlton, who was sent on a rescue mission together and is now in charge of security in this area..

Unlike other mercenaries, he was in the military, so this was the first time we met since we broke up.···.

We were able to briefly say hello and share what we've been up to..

“Hans is still hospitalized and receiving treatment in the military infirmary. He said there was a potion, but the injury was so severe that it would take a long time to recover from overexertion..”

Still, it is said that Ranger Hans will be able to return without any major aftereffects for now..

‘As someone who carries on the name of ‘Hans’, it would be natural to overcome that level..

“And Bordeaux... A joint funeral was held at the unit with the brought memorabilia. While we were in the mountains, it seemed like the unit suffered significant damage..”

And it is said that after the situation calms down to some extent, he plans to send his belongings to his hometown..

Although Bordeaux did not have much of a relationship with Harley, he was actually concerned as he died during the journey they were together..

But all he could do was nod heavily and express his condolences..

“Ah, I guess I was holding on to a busy person for a long time for no reason. The command center can go over there. Well then, I hope you continue to do well..”

Charlton pointed to the building inside, saluted him, and then disappeared, saying he would look around..

‘Hmm, it seems like there are a lot of people I haven't seen in a long time today. I'm sure there won't be another one?’

He narrowed his eyes and looked around, approaching the building..

However, let's say that the only acquaintances you can meet in the Iron Citadel are the mercenaries who headed into the mountains together..

And I was already exchanging greetings with them every time I ran into them..

“You came early. I guide you inside.”

But I felt it was too hasty to make that judgment..

‘Oh, I forgot about this guy..’

The one who greeted him was Robin, the knight who carried out the request together..

Seeing that he was fully armed with neat metal equipment instead of the leather armor he had when he went hiking, I thought he was definitely a knight..

“Knight Nari, how have you been? I feel like my mind has become clearer while I haven't seen it..”

“It's an illusion. Still, you can wash well here, so that's probably why it looks that way. Due to the situation, there is no time to relax. After going through all that trouble, I was immediately sent to work.···.”

As they became friends through hardships together, their conversation was informal..

However, since this was not a place to comfortably exchange updates, the conversation did not last long..

“First of all, I've told the lord about your personality several times, but I wish you'd pay more attention to things like attitude..”

“huh? Is there something wrong with my attitude??”

Harley shamelessly blinks and tilts her head..

Of course, it only looked odd because of its unique appearance..

“···Please be as polite as possible....”

“Oh, don't worry about that! When it comes to courtesy, isn’t this body? I've never cut in line before!”

Of course, it is very common to unintentionally give in to the person in front of you, but it doesn't matter because it was their voluntary consideration..

“I don't use violence carelessly.!”

In the early days, there were quite a few people in the city clicking their tongues and gossiping every time a Harley passed by..

But it was impossible to visit them one by one and arrest them..

The plan he proposed was to warmly embrace them..

Every time Harley uses her excellent five senses to figure out what's going on behind the scenes, he just makes eye contact and gives a soft smile that reveals his teeth..

There was absolutely no violent response..

The effect was amazing.

Perhaps his sincerity came through, but such cases have drastically decreased since then..

‘Of course, the number of people who make eye contact has actually increased, but such cases are unavoidable..’

Isn’t avoiding a dispute something a manly Harley would do?.

However, since he did not use violence first, it could be seen as an embodiment of etiquette at this level..

“···okay. Still, it'll be okay since I've made a contribution. Because I have skills....”

Robin, overwhelmed by his confident claim, nodded and led him into the living room..

And before long, Harley was finally able to face.

“oh! You are Harley, come over here and sit down..”

The ruler of this area, Count Tarmin Aonia,.

“I've heard so much praise from Zaonic and Robin about you, but seeing you in person is definitely different..”

Youngju, who is now in his late thirties, twitched his eyebrows for a moment when he saw Harley's unique outfit, but he soon showed no emotion and made a compliment to him..

“Haha! I really don't know what to do with this! In fact, I just moved in exchange for compensation. Hahaha—!”

Seeing him laughing heartily, the lord's brow twitched again..

Robin, who was standing behind the manor, closed his eyes tightly, but Harley didn't care..

Just using an honorific expression was enough effort for him..

‘Ah, this is Harley manners. Still, seeing Robin's face, I gave in as much as I could.!’

Youngju, perhaps aware of Harley's feelings or not, slowly took a sip of tea and opened his mouth again..

“Hmm, anyway. As with the request, you are doing a great job this time too, so I called you to see your face in person. I want to give you some additional compensation..”

At the same time, the compensation he hinted at as if he was being generous was not very desirable..

‘A knighthood, of course, considering Harley's strength, it's natural to try to recruit him.···.’

Isn't that something you were willing to give as compensation?.

At least that was the case for him who has proven himself time and time again..

And Harley, a free and wild berserker, had a very firm temperament in these matters..

“Ah, I don't really want to do that. Rather than that, why not just give it in kind??”

“Something like that? cash?”

“Well, why. I think it would be great to have a large, sturdy two-handed axe. The one I'm using now is so poor.!”

“······.”

As he spoke, his tone slightly dropped, but it seemed like the lord, with his somber expression, had no time to argue with that..

Robin, who was standing behind him, was just looking at the ceiling with an expression of liberation..

“Yes... you! How dare you refuse the lord’s offer! What a rude thing to do there!”

But the lord's other knights seemed to have no intention of letting go..

The knights who had been frowning and glaring at him since he entered the living room showed hostility and placed their hands on the handles of their weapons..

Of course, Harley just looked at them with a sullen expression..

‘It's been over a year and a half since I came to Outerica..’

Now that he was full of time, there was no way he didn't know about the physiology of this place..

It was common sense that one should not act recklessly in front of the powerful class, such as the nobility.···.

“done. Everyone step back.”

“Ha, but my lord···!”

“Didn't I tell you to step away?!”

The knights bow their heads with sad expressions and fall back at the lord's words..

‘In difficult times like now, strength is everything. And Harley proved it in abundance..’

Moreover, he was a strong man who was a great help in stopping the monsters flooding from the northern mountains..

One rejection is only a minor problem.

Originally, in order to attract good talent, it was necessary to consider three difficulties as a basic rule..

“Yeah, I said axe, right? I'll make one custom-made for you through Xiaonic. You too will be satisfied.”

Like a lord who is trying hard to smile right now.

“Hahaha! Thank you, my lord. As expected of someone who rules a large territory, he is very generous.!”

“That's right, I'm not stingy when it comes to giving to my subordinates. ha ha ha!”

Yeah, where do you go to eat raw?.

In order to attract talent, you had to show some convenience, give gifts, and pour attention and affection on multiple occasions..

‘Of course, there is no guarantee that you will get it even then..’

Is there anything perfect in this world? It's all like that..

In this way, Harley was receiving excellent treatment in the northwest and was gaining influence and fame..

***

“Lord, all investigations have been concluded. Cross-verification has also been completed on the information received from Yeokcheon's pledge side..”

“okay? Is there anything wrong with the information??”

“yes Currently, it has been confirmed that two Jinhyeol have moved to their positions to defend the forest of monsters due to the madness incident. Currently, the only remaining Jinhyeol in the capital city of Talaria are at most two: the former Lord of Brokoslak and the current Lord..”

“Hmm... It's too bold to call it a decision made by Mulo, who is so cautious. Is this the intention of the new road??”

The person who was listening to the subordinate's report touched the corners of his mouth for a moment and burst into laughter..

Actually, that didn't really matter..

‘I am confident that I will win even if we face each other head-on, but even Jinhyeol and the two others are absent... This would make things so easy?’

The power difference is overwhelming.

I'm not sure about the level of the current Lord who swallowed Brokoslag, but I'm sure it's not holy blood..

“Well, okay. Still, it would be better to make sure things are done. Gather other Jinhyeols and prepare your battle force..”

Bisque Eupersch, a man with white hair and white eyes, muttered lowly as he looked at the subordinate bowing before him..

“···We go to Talaria.”

The Eupersch Clan, the strongest vampire group on the continent in name and reality, has begun to move..