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My alter ego is becoming a big shot - Episode 266

#266

king of madness (5)

The bottom of the Outerica dimension.

A dimensional trash can where the world's waste gathers and stagnates.

abyss.

It was a place that did not allow living beings or even anything with shape or personality..

A place that can be said to be chaos itself, where not only time and space but also abstract concepts and phenomena are mixed together..

But there is an exception to everything..

Even in such a terrible space, there was a being who did not lose 'self' until the end and showed off its presence..

wiggle—

The thing that sank and was buried deep in the abyss struggled nervously..

Even in a state of semi-assimilation to the surrounding environment, the movement of the being whose light did not fade caused the surrounding flow to become distorted and the entire space to violently shake..

However, since that level of chaos was a daily occurrence in the abyss, it could not have any effect on the outside world..

Just like it always has been.

The creature's movements, which had been struggling for a while, gradually calmed down..

Although he reacted reflexively to things that didn't go his way, he had existed for too long to be happy about something like that..

Kurrrrr.—

It stopped moving completely and fell quietly again..

Although the work we had worked hard to do failed and impulsive attempts to intervene caused considerable damage, it was not the end of everything..

Frustration was a daily occurrence for him anyway..

As there is still a lot of time left, opportunities will continue to come..

His job was to take advantage of the moment when it came..

So it began to wait quietly again..

For the day that will come soon.

***

The dark red vortex that covered the northwest part of Tarak city gradually dissipated..

To be precise, the flow of madness spreading through the world was still the same, but as the intensity and density of the torrent decreased, the concentration dropped to a level that was not as visible as usual..

‘It's probably safer to do it this way, even if it takes a while to complete the madness..’

If we don't do that, the continent will become a mess again due to the monsters that are possessed by the flow..

Actually, it wasn't a good situation even now..

The time taken from the revolutionary's awakening attempt to processing was only about 10 minutes..

Since the situation was quickly resolved, most of the monsters would have returned to their original positions, but there were many cases where they continued to move inertially or where the boundaries of their habitats had already become disrupted..

And the damage will probably be passed on to nearby residents..

‘···Well, I'm glad it ended like this..’

Considering the recent level of alert in each region, this level of unrest could have been handled before things got more serious..

At this point, it's safe to say he did the best he could..

“Ugh, wow, this really makes me feel bloated. My body feels sore!”

Finally, the storm that swept around disappeared completely, leaving silence in the air..

Harley, who had returned to her original size, leaned against the body of the giant that was slowly crumbling into dust and stretched out as if stretching her body, which had been burdened by the sudden influx of power..

My eyes are looking at the system window right in front of me..

《An object grows by achieving conditions. Acquire the special skill “Seed of Madness”.》

What he robbed was notarized by the system and became a skill..

However, perhaps because it was still an incomplete core, it did not have any special abilities, let alone that of an immortal king..

At best, it can draw the madness of the world at will and can itself be a huge source of energy.?

‘No, that alone is great enough. In addition, it seems like Harley's status has risen considerably right now..’

In order to properly capture its status, the “ultimate evolved life form” is still growing and evolving its body..

You'll have to try it yourself to find out later, but the maximum size when transformed into a giant will probably be much larger than before..

In addition, haven't you experienced firsthand how strong Harley can become with ample energy??

In fact, it was as if he had gained a huge energy tank..

Also, there was no telling how the ability would evolve later when the seed fully germinated..

‘Beyond that... there is no such thing as the power he was talking about..’

That was a little disappointing.

I thought I might be able to get a clue about the mysterious sense that Diana and the revolutionaries have through this opportunity..

‘Are you saying it can't be stolen like this? Well, it seemed like a power related to an imprisoned god. It's a little disappointing, but since the revolutionary is dead anyway, there's no need to worry anymore..’

He shook his head slightly, remembering the intervention of that being that Hans experienced when he fought with the revolutionaries on the edge of the abyss..

Of course, the task of pulling out the god trapped in the abyss couldn't have been that easy..

But since the grand operation that took so long and so much effort was completely destroyed, at least he won't have to face that god again while he remains in this world.?

“Saint! Do you feel uncomfortable anywhere??”

“Oh, it's okay. It's all thanks to the saint's support..”

“It's been a while, Harley. I was so distracted earlier that I couldn't even say hello. You were at the forefront of the fight. Are you feeling okay??”

“Hahaha! Ah, this body is strong at all times! Wow, I didn't know I'd run into a guy like that when I came to see a friend after a long time! Kahahaha!”

As I was enjoying the afterglow after the matter was safely concluded for a while, people who sensed that the situation was over began to gather one by one..

“Hmm~ He told me to take the kids and leave behind. You're the only one having fun, High Lord.?”

“Hmm, luckily it looks like everyone is okay..”

“Still, they are all kids with real blood, right? Well, the child who showed slight signs of illness got better after giving him a few hits, right? Woohuhu.”

Some people in particular looked haggard. Was that why?.

Still, it was good news that there were no major sacrifices..

Well, the reason I had a hard time dealing with him was because of his tenacity and regenerative power combined with his overwhelming size, but it wasn't enough to be difficult for the five superpowers, including the three Avatars, the Saint, and Bricky..

In fact, they consistently had the upper hand and overwhelmed them throughout the battle..

Doo doo doo doo—

Knock knock knock

And it wasn't just the warrior party and hybrid vampires who fought together that gathered like that..

Behind them, from the direction of Thalia City, a large number of people riding horses and carriages were approaching in a line..

Heinrich glanced in that direction, slightly widened his eyes and stroked his chin..

‘Master-level knights and elite knights...were they dispatched from the Tulk royal family? Plus, Cardinal Donovan of the Great Shrine of Picaol came in person? With paladins and archbishops?’

They were reinforcements who rushed over after hearing about what happened here..

Not only the elite troops of the kingdom that can be said to be the owners of this land, but also the strong men of the Great Temple of Picaol, which governs the western part of the Aeon Continent..

Even Cardinal Donovan, who had become acquainted with him while taking the Holy Sword exam in the past, was in charge of the Grand Shrine..

I heard he was a paladin, but I never thought he would appear in a position like this..

‘Surely, it would have helped in some way if you had come earlier..’

Of course, it could have been said that it was too late since the situation was already over, but in fact, he responded quickly by sending the avatar right away, so their dispatch could not be considered late..

Thanks to Harley's performance at the end, the fact that the battle ended sooner than expected also played a role..

‘Well, it's probably still helpful enough..’

And in a way, it was just the right timing..

Rumbling— rumbling—!

Because this isn't over yet..

Hee hee hee hee—

Purr- Puh-hi-hi!

“woah! woah! What is it, suddenly!”

“Huh? over there, over there!”

“This, no way···!”

Those who were about to come close and exchange greetings became nervous and grabbed the reins..

Horses that are scared of something and start making a fuss and people trying to calm them down.

At that sudden strange situation, all the eyes of the people at the scene turned to one place..

Kugugung—Jjijijik—!

There was no need to try to find the source of more than that..

In the first place, the visual effect that occurred along with the space-tearing roar made it impossible to ignore it..

A place a little far from where the giant fell.

The empty space was cracked like broken glass..

Dark clouds gather in an instant and cover the sky..

Then, black lightning struck with a loud thunder..

A chilling wind blew through the area, and frost unsuitable for the weather settled down..

“Hippopotamus! Be dust-proof!”

“In front of the paladins!”

“I pray to the Lord. Give grace to your children···.”

The troops that approached him immediately prepared for battle and raised their spirits..

The reaction was the same even for those who were relaxed after fighting the giant..

The center of the abnormal phenomenon that occurred so suddenly.

In the middle of a space with cracks in all directions, as if the glass had broken..

Pajijic—pachachang—!

As it breaks apart brilliantly.

A thick black magic began to cover all directions..

And then he appeared inside.

[Hehehe, it's been a while since this happened. Knight of Light, Heinrich St. Randgard.]

It is an absolute evil that cannot be compared to the giants that are fallen over there right now, and a true dark plot that seeks to destroy this world..

The horror of the continent and the despair of humanity, the manifestation of death crawling up from the abyss..

“···Immortal King, Hannibal Strauss···!”

The Immortal King has descended upon this place..

Behind him are countless undead radiating ferocious energy..

***

Founder, leader, and revolutionary of the Oath of Reverse Heaven.

He was a shadowy figure hiding in the darkness of Outerica who tried to control the world, a heretic who dreamed of resurrecting the evil spirit imprisoned in the abyss, and a super-sized giant who displayed tremendous power against many powerful people..

In fact, except for the immortal king Hans, who was just a villain actor, he was the actual final boss of this world.···.

‘Well, it's good if things work out easily..’

The end that such a being met was somewhat absurdly vain..

A giant who looked unusual as if he was going to do something at the last moment..

But before he could show anything properly, his skull was smashed by Harley..

He was robbed of the seeds of madness and left in vain..

and that's the end of it.

In fact, from the perspective of someone who is still working on the scenario, I couldn't help but be dissatisfied with his carefree ending..

If a foreshadowing has been laid, it must be recovered, and if something meaningful has been shown, shouldn't it be shown in an appropriate way?!

It was a serious lack of professionalism..

‘Anyway, the dark people these days have no guts..’

Of course it was a joke.

But apart from that vain end, he could be said to be a very attractive subject..

Isn't he the host of madness, the decisive factor that turned this world into chaos, and a monster that proudly faced off against many transcendent powerhouses, including heroes??

Of course, it was a shame to let him leave in an awkward manner like this..

So I prepared.

[Ah, it really is quite good. This is a gift prepared with great care..]

A final show that will perfect the role of that poor giant..

“Was it you, the immortal king?!”

[Since I received something, shouldn’t I return it? Too bad. I thought I could wipe out a country with that..]

The role given to the giant is a secret weapon sent by the Immortal King..

He was a so-called middle boss..

[Warrior, knight of light. I still haven't forgotten. The moment in the South when you plunged that accursed holy sword into the heart of this body..]

“So, are you going to call it revenge??”

[Hehehe—that can’t be possible. I'm just willing. That my adversary can make me happy so much.]

And this meeting scenario that continues from there is.

[But hero, do you know? Almost a year has passed since that day..]

“···What do you want to say??”

[Ah—nothing. just···.]

‘It was the beginning towards the end of ‘The Demon King and the Hero’ on the small screen..

[I'm getting a little bored waiting any longer..]

To make the story richer.