My alter ego is becoming a big shot - Episode 175
#175
hero's footsteps (2)
“Oh my—thank you, saint..”
“You'll be fine now. In the future... um?”
Immediately after defeating another group of evil.
Heinrich, who was treating a patient with a benevolent smile, suddenly stopped..
“···saint?”
“ah? it's nothing. For a moment, a new revelation came down..”
“Oh, oh oh—! No, not this one! Well, then we will interfere···.”
“Hahaha, it's already over so you don't have to worry too much..”
However, before those around him looked strange, he quickly scanned the air and spoke calmly as if nothing had happened..
His 'prophecy', which boasted a high hit rate, was no longer particularly strange, so no one saw it as strange..
Even though Heinrich was busy, he analyzed in his head the privileges he had gained this time..
‘I had expected it since Hans became the enemy of the world, but there were also similar achievements on the part of the saviors..’
It also seemed like the conditions were subtly more lenient..
Unlike 'Enemy of the World', which had to be accompanied by direct resentment from many, the idea was that simply having many people recognize his efforts would be recognized as an achievement..
《As your path becomes clearer, the effect of “Hero’s Footsteps” also increases..》
And the additional phrase that came up added confirmation to that suspicion..
Doesn’t this mean that whenever it has a greater impact on more people than it does now, the perks will be further strengthened??
As a result of traveling all over the continent and working hard to make a name for myself, the effect of "Footsteps of a Hero" that I gained was the ability to 'move to a place I've already been to'..
Of course, it is not possible to cross dimensions like “Summon the Otherworld Transmission,” and the cooldown is only once every three days.···.
‘The more efficient means of transportation the better. Also, if we can make people go beyond simply recognizing Heinrich and rely on him blindly, the cooldown will be further reduced..’
What I liked most was that now other avatars except Hans and Heinrich can travel long distances..
Not only in this world, but even on Earth!
‘It will be easier for the Avatar to be dispatched on expeditions. This is an essential ability to deal with Buncheonhoe. One more reason for Heinrich to work harder..’
Right now, Hans is rushing around on Earth alone, but there will come a time when other avatars will be needed in the future..
If you can strengthen this perk in advance, it will be of great help in your future work..
“Then shall we move slowly??”
Heinrich quickly finished the promotional activities that were in full swing and gathered the party members together again..
Now, this series of processes has been repeated several times, so while he was helping the patients, they were also showing their own activity by patrolling the surrounding area and helping clean up before and after..
Of course, no matter how diligent they are, they will never be able to match the reputation of Heinrich, who is the leader of the party, a warrior, and a saint at the same time..
Even if you combine the names of the other three, it probably won't even amount to half of his popularity..
“But saint? How long will we be like this, just the four of us? Even if it's okay for now, our ultimate goal is to deal with the Immortal King directly, so shouldn't we increase the number of people who will join us from now on? Oh, of course I'm not ignoring the saint..”
At that time, Se-Ah Lee, who was quietly preparing to move through space, looked at him and asked a question..
As for the party members, her attitude was very cautious since it was her first promise to trust and entrust it completely to the hero, but as she was sincere about this matter, she seemed to be unable to wait any longer, and she was implicitly showing signs of nervousness..
Similarly, when a story related to the Immortal King was heard, the gray-haired lancer, Zios Calkin, also turned his head this way as if he had become interested..
He must have taken out his anger by capturing the black magicians who escaped under the pretext of patrolling today, and his expressionless face looked bloody, with small droplets of blood splattering all over it..
“Kahahaha—! What's so urgent? There’s a saying that if five people gather together, one of them will definitely have trash, right? Basically, you have to be careful when accepting people.?”
Suddenly, a serious air began to flow, and the barbarian warrior Harley wriggled his muscles and burst into laughter..
However, immediately after saying those words, despite his calm appearance, he couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed inside.···.
This was because I realized too late that the source of this joke, which I threw lightly to relieve the heavy atmosphere, was the Earth's Internet meme..
And that too, in this place where Lee Se-ah, who is Korean, is present.!
“Hmm... that certainly makes sense. It's also philosophical. Still, wouldn't the current power be too insufficient to fight the Immortal King? I think the sooner you prepare the people to work together, the better..”
But fortunately, as a typical model student who lived a life unrelated to internet memes, she just tilted her head..
In fact, it wasn't that big of a problem since there were a few similar proverbs in every region, but Heinrich, who had let his guard down and was on his own, quickly caught up with her words..
“Of course, I have no intention of continuing like this. In fact, there are some people who think differently. I haven't been able to meet you yet because it's not the right time, but you will be able to meet me soon when the second continental summit is held..”
“···2Tea meeting... Is that so? All right.”
Lee Se-ah nods her head again, muttering softly in response..
But seeing as his expression was still dark, it didn't seem to be much of a consolation..
‘Well, it's already been two months since the princess was kidnapped. Now that I think about it, it seems like communication with factions has become quite frequent these days.···.’
5Although 'Viscount Isea Pristine', a key member of the princess's faction, was making a name for herself by working with the warrior, without Princess Riley, the center of the faction, this was only a temporary measure..
It is said that even the 2nd and 6th princes, who were looking for an opportunity, are increasing their power, so her worries are bound to increase..
‘Hmm, I think I unintentionally caused too much damage. Even if that wasn't the case, I tried to prepare... huh? wait?’
Then, at some point, it occurred to him that he had just acquired a new ability..
And by gaining this unplanned ability, all the previously cumbersome processes became useless..
‘Oh, of course it's not that I don't like it. ···It seems a little vain..’
However, going through complicated and cumbersome procedures only increases the risk that probability will be shaken by trivial matters..
Simple and intuitive methods are the best for anything.
‘Simple is best. So, let's get started right away..’
***
“Phew~ Today was a rewarding day too..”
Lilith, the general manager of the immortality's residential area and also in charge of Prince Simon... No, Syanna walked through the garden of the second residential area with a proud smile on her face..
At first, I felt only despair after joining the Immortal Army, but today, as usual, I was tormenting the crown prince and letting off all my stress, so I thought that life here was not as bad as I thought..
‘Still, I'm holding on to this boring place because it's fun. That arrogant Simon is now my toy! Ah, it's thrilling~!’
As she has been a member of the imperial nobility for quite a long time, she has also encountered the crown prince quite a few times..
To be more honest, I would say that I approached him intentionally to get him into my hands and shake him up..
However, no matter how high-ranking an officer in the Immortal Army he was, it was impossible to charm the crown prince of the empire without leaving any trace while doing his best to hide his identity..
If I overexerted myself, my identity could be revealed..
In the end, like any other daughter of a noble family who uses her fair appearance as a weapon, she set out to seduce the crown prince purely with her 'skills'.···.
Contrary to my confident approach, I failed miserably without achieving much success..
‘···It would have been simple if it weren't for the interference from things like foxes.!’
I could have done anything to make excuses..
Wasn't it at an unspeakable level, from the checks of the ladies who borrowed the power of high-ranking noble families to political external pressure?.
It was also a time when the crown prince wanted a strong noble family to support him..
However, the fact that she ultimately failed did not change, and it left a huge scar on her pride as a succubus..
‘Hehe, hehehe—I suddenly felt dirty. As expected, shall we educate you a little more??’
In the end, she became upset after thinking about other things alone, so she turned around and went back the way she came..
In the direction of the crown prince's quarters, which is already lying in tattered rags..
“hmm? That's... the princess and Hesperon..”
Then, under Siana's gaze, a man and a woman came in, gathered in the garden in front of a lodging and whispering among themselves..
Not only was magic flowing as if he was practicing magic as usual, but there was also an unusual barrier surrounding him..
“···Tsk.”
She could have easily ignored such a barrier if she wanted to, but she made an effort to look away and hasten her steps..
As it always has been.
-No matter what is said between the princess and Hesperon or what they do, just ignore it..
Because that was the solemn command given by their king..
Unless something special happened to their well-being, she could not intervene beyond providing them with daily necessities such as food..
‘Even so, it's all about low-level magic. What can they do in here?.’
Of course, I knew that the man was from another world with some special ability, but it was only useful after he had grown to a certain level..
How great is the ability we have now that we are in the early stages of transmission?.
‘Hehe, it would be fun to at least plot an escape. I wouldn't dare do that without fear. Now that I think about it, I guess Andrew is doing well... I don't think I've seen it recently.’
While Sianna was thinking about it, she thought that she would have to visit him soon and ignored what the two were talking about..
However, at the moment when she, the watcher, passed by, the man and woman were actually talking about escape..
“Riley, you said you wanted out of here.?”
“yes? That's obvious, right? Then I'll be here because I want to be here.?”
Riley looks at him as if he is dumbfounded..
Since he had been taken prisoner in the first place, it was a question that did not need to be asked..
“···I think I can let you out..”
While facing her bewildered expression,.
Hesperon smiled meaningfully with a confident face unlike usual..
***
[Hee hee hee hee!]
[Hmm—]
On top of a spire rising high outside the immortal castle.
While the blurry ghosts were busy walking around, there was a man crouching in the corner and muttering to himself..
“···Die, die. If this continues, I'm really going to die.···.”
Dull blonde hair that hasn't been washed since it was washed, and wide green eyes that stare blankly into space..
Andrew Weaver, who had lost his mind due to the harsh environment, turned his gaze to the ghosts wandering around him..
The sight of them fluttering in the air—it felt like it was my future, and I got chills..
Even after death, I cannot rest and am constantly tormented.···.
‘···no! After all, you can’t just sit still like this.!’
Andrew shook his head harshly at that terrible thought..
However, not only did he not have the ability to escape from this immortality, but even if he could, he was not confident that he could avoid being pursued and survive..
but.
There was still one way left for him to believe in.—.
“Ugh, just a little... just a little more.···.”
That was the only support that allowed him to hold on to where he is now..
[Hehehehehehehehe—]
[Hehehe!]
It remains to be seen whether he will be able to achieve the freedom he longs for..
slam—!
“Ugh! Lilith! master! Why are you doing this all of a sudden?!”
“You're just in a bad mood, right? Now, Simon? Let’s continue with light obedience training for just one hour.?”
“Hehehe—!”
···Of course, there were people in this castle who didn't even have time to think about escaping..
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