31The second word overturns the game board (Episode 417)
Kugugugugung Palace…
The statue began to cross the bridge.
“It's starting to move, eggplant..”
When Ur led the group, he naturally became the leader of the group..
Since this relic had at least some connection to Kagon, it was best for him to take the lead. Because he was the only one here, or in this world, who remembered Kagon..
Snowfall and Ur stood side by side in the front, Mariju and Han Somi stood in the back and walked slowly..
Thanks to this, an environment was created where people could talk quietly with the people next to them..
“Snowfall, you probably felt it too?”
“…what?”
“The connection with nothingness would have been lost. The ruins are now an independent space.”
“That's it. huh.”
From the moment the statue appeared, the connection with nothingness was lost. Something was interfering with the connection.
“Sheesh… In times like this, if Jamard had helped out, things would have been a lot easier..”
“…I agree.”
Even if it meant being seen by others and even if I had to explain Dongsan walking around, having Jamard by my side would have been a huge help in this situation..
“…Things are going to get a little difficult..”
“It's serious?”
“well… It depends on what's waiting ahead.”
“I'm sure there's something waiting for me….”
“of course. It is a dangerous power even in the hands of a worm. Even more so since he went to the wizard… I'm looking forward to seeing what kind of tragedy will happen..”
Snowfall wonders if the power of Kagon is so dangerous that Ur boasts about it..
‘Because the only one who really knows is Ur..’
From the moment Kagon's traces appeared, the crowd was crying and the customers were snowing..
Snowfall quietly watched Urga's sheep and decided to follow Kagon's traces..
However, I felt a slight tremor from Ur. Reaction as if nervous.
“You're nervous?”
“okay. I'm excited. It's a completely unexpected harvest..”
His reaction was one of anticipation, not worry..
Kugugugugung Palace-!
They couldn't head straight to the fortress. The place where the stone statue went was a small mountain lodge..
Jiying…
Letters appeared again in the sky.
“Another group of unintelligible characters. Interpretation will take time.….”
While Ur was getting irritated, Kangseol blurted out..
“Treasures overflowing with wealth bring pain..”
“…what?”
Whoops…
ugh…
The lights went out and the statue moved..
“light again.”
“all right.”
Marijuu formed a fireball in her hand again..
Grumbling…
“hmm….”
“hmm.”
People's reactions were strange.
The scene where the lights were turned on was a situation that made everyone click their tongues..
The pirate's sword seemed to have cut off the wizard's arm..
“You were aiming for marbles..”
“Is it betrayal?….”
“Yeah it looks like.”
Ur asked, looking at the snowfall..
“Rather, you. How can you decipher that??”
“well… It's on her mind.”
“This is my first time seeing a reaction like this... . Well, we'll find out about that later. First of all, this one comes first..”
Ur placed his hand on the bead held in the healthy wizard's arm..
Huuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu…
The beads spread power.
Wow!…
pirate engulfed in light.
The appearance of the stone statue gradually changed..
The beard of a sturdy and energetic young dwarf grew uncontrollably..
As if that wasn't enough, my back became bent and my eyes lost their focus..
So, the pirate became an old man..
Quasi-profit-!
The old pirate was unable to even protest and was belatedly killed by a warrior wielding an axe..
The warrior picked up the wizard's severed arm and placed it on the amputation site..
“ur.”
“…okay.”
Huuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu…
As the bead vibrated, the arm attached to the body..
As if the fact of being cut had never happened..
“The more I look at it, the more surprising it is. Did this really happen??”
“I think so.?”
Mariju and Han So-mi chatted and chimed in with each other..
Jiyiing…
letters floating on the ceiling.
At the same time, the statue began to move again..
“…Now there are two dwarfs.”
“The meaning seems to be correct at first glance, so I don't think it was a wrong interpretation..”
When the statue left, the four naturally came together..
“however… Even if there are no people, it's not too empty.?”
Ur gave an indifferent answer to Marijue's question..
“The ruins may be much larger than they appear, or most people may just sit still and wait for rescue..”
Snowfall added.
“or… many people died.”
“If the same guys as before are hiding while hiding their identity, there's definitely a possibility there too..”
The way to live comfortably is to let unresolved concerns go from your mind..
They continued to follow the statue..
Finally, it seemed like just one bridge to cross would reach the throne of ashes..
Seeing that the statue didn't stop, it seemed like it would go all the way to the fortress in one go..
“By the way, Marijuu. You know something about the Ash Throne.?”
“Oh, I'm very interested in archeology.….”
“How amazing. I thought all nobles only cared about drinking tea.….”
“There are nobles like that... There are nobles like me. Actually, my hobby is a more expensive hobby..”
Kugugoogung Palace…
The gates of the fortress were opened..
It feels like I'm in Lego land. The fortress was significantly reduced from its original size, but it was still huge compared to Kangseol and his party..
“When you actually see the Ash Powder Throne, you are overwhelmed by its scale. The fortress crossing the mountain range is magnificent.….”
“Have you ever been in?”
“No, I just saw it from afar at the foot of the mountain. I understand that it is now occupied by monsters..”
“I see... . However, the name ‘Ash Throne’ is quite unique.?”
Marijuu smiled and made a mischievous expression..
“Are you curious? The reason it was given that name?”
“uh….”
“Are you curious??”
“yes… Yes….”
Han So-mi got along for the time being..
“Hmm… Let me explain. The Ash Throne is one of the representative relics of ancient dwarves. It is a fortress that is presumed to be the capital of a strong nation..”
Why this citadel is called the Ash Throne.
“I guess there were frequent wars with foreign species in the past. In the war records left in Pandea's history, each other's names are mixed up. From giants and fairies to humans, trolls, and even primitive dragons..”
Everyone in the group listened to Marijuu's story. There were many interesting parts to what she said..
“It is said that due to frequent conflicts at the time, this fortress frequently burned and ash that was not removed even during normal times was floating around..”
“That's a good reason..”
“Yes? But the strange thing is….”
Mariju tilted her head..
“Cheolongseong Fortress, which stood strong despite being invaded several times, is not mentioned in history at some point. Maybe there's a problem.”
“Wasn't it recorded in history??”
“Yes, unfortunately.”
Marijue's eyes lit up with curiosity. She was just like a squirrel that found an acorn.
“Maybe this time we'll find out why?”
“…Did you say marijou??”
“Yes, wizard.”
When Marijuu answered Ur, he laughed..
“Do you think I'm a wizard??”
“The magical power I feel... Because it’s absurd. It doesn't make sense unless you're a wizard. No, actually, it doesn't make sense to say he's a wizard, but….”
“It's not an eyelid. You're probably right. As long as Kagon's relic fell into the hands of a wizard, the planned destruction could not have been prevented..”
“But since before, the name Kagon keeps coming up. What is Kagon??”
“An empire of time and domination. … Although it is a country that only I remember now. That bead is from there.”
“But now I remember four names: Kagon.?”
“…is it.”
It seemed like Ur didn't dislike Marijuu's reaction..
“however… just now… It's time. I didn't hear it wrong.?”
“…….”
“This is ridiculous! Every wizard tried to solve the secret of time... Everything failed….”
Ur snorted..
It was his kind of arrogant attitude..
“That's what wizards do.”
“Doing something like that... Those of Kagon... Does that mean it was successful??”
“of course.”
“…why?”
“Because he’s a mage.”
“Wizard… That's it?”
“Stop, the statue stopped. Let's continue the conversation later.”
The place where the statue stopped was not far from where they entered the fortress..
“First of all, when I looked around, I saw Daejeon… I think it is?”
“That couldn't be possible, right? I didn't move very far after entering the fortress.?”
Ur explained..
“It won't be Daejeon. It must have been an imitation of Daejeon..”
“…ah!”
“Still, the story isn't over. It's probably because of the flow, so just keep quiet and watch..”
Ur's words seem to be admonishing children.
As if responding to his words, stone statues rose up from the floor..
Wood clatter…
“…That's right.”
Subjects and soldiers lined up left and right. Everyone's clothes were unusual..
In the center, a kneeling wizard and warrior were seen, and in front of them was a throne of ash..
And the one sitting on the throne.
Jiyiing…
Letters appeared on the ceiling.
“…There are a lot of sentences.”
“I need you to focus, unfortunately you are the only storyteller..”
Kang Seol shrugged his shoulders and read the text..
“Sirion, King of Ash, faced the wizard Maradum..”
This time it seemed like there was even a line..
“King of the Rock, an ancient relic has come into my hands..”
The conversation went on for quite some time..
“What is it and what can it do?.”
“It is called the Stone of Time. It has the power to make giants small, fairies grow old and sick, and dragons fall from the sky..”
“can not believe it. Does that mean it is God?.”
Snowfall paused for a moment and then spoke..
“It's time.”
Ur's eyes created a look that seemed to be looking at a faint or painful scene..
I could sense that he was agitated. A harsh sound came from his mouth..
“Idiot….”
Kang Seol ignored his reaction and continued reading..
“Believe me, surely this artifact can lead the dwarves to prosperity.”
“I don't doubt the power of the artifact.”
“Then why... . Wait a minute, isn't this too long??”
“Please continue.”
“Okay….”
Kang Seol was impressed and read the article..
“Sirion said. What I suspect is that we will be the owners of the relics..”
Kangseol continued talking about the letters that were drawn later..
“What gives us glory is coal, steel, and courage. It is only blindness, not reason, that reaches into areas that cannot be controlled, and if it is truly that kind of power, it will ultimately lead us to destruction rather than glory. Now, give me that relic..”
Ur chuckled..
“Still, it looks like that dwarf deserves to sit on the throne..”
In addition to his bitter smile, the story of Snowfall continued..
“Relics are objects that should be destroyed on the anvils of the Seven Mountains and bring fortune. Maradum raised his head and answered..”
Although the tone was calm, it seemed to convey everything that happened at the time. This is because the situation was conveyed as it was at the time..
“No, king of ashes. Artifacts cannot be given away. Because of your foolishness, the throne of ashes will later fall..”
Kugu Palace…
Statues depicted action.
Soldiers trying to capture Maradum.
And Maradum shines the Stone of Time upon them..
“Looks like I need to touch the beads..”
“…….”
“ur?”
“ah… . That's right.”
Jiyiing…
Hwaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa-!
The light was drawn horizontally and changed the stone statues that touched the light..
They are now children buried in clothes. Fortunately, Sirion escaped the light..
When the Maradum statue tried to leave the main hall, a warrior stood behind him..
“Aeolian, you….”
“Don't let me leave. I will block the back.”
“Aeolian, please. Someday I will find you again.”
Maradum leaves, and Aeorian is beheaded by the soldiers who follow him..
“…What is this?”
“It definitely seemed like a fairy tale until now.….”
Marijue and Han So-mi shivered..
Ur said quietly..
“Let's follow the statue of Maradum..”
The stone statue of Maradum was right in the main room. As the story progresses, it appears that part of the fortress was decorated as his residence..
“…Something has changed.”
“Iknow, right. First of all, that wizard, the beard….”
“The Age… I think I heard it.”
Maradum's beard, which used to reach his chest, was almost reaching his knees..
Jiying…
When the text came to mind, Kang Seol sighed and read it..
“For a long time, the chase continued. However, even if it slowed down the research, the wizard could not be stopped..”
“also?”
“…There were limits to the power of the Time Stone. You can make life into a child, but it does not become a baby, and you can make it senile, but it does not turn into a white bone. The wizard realized. If we release this limitation….”
Snowfall narrowed her eyes..
“That you can get your hands on the past and the future.”
“Pfft… Puhuhuh….”
“Ur, why are you laughing?.”
Han So-mi scratched her head..
“The acting is a bit awkward... I did it….”
“I also thought about that….”
“No, that's not why I laughed.”
Ur said, raising his finger..
“It's funny that the ideas of those caught up in the power of time are always similar..”
“…Is that funny?.”
“and… Because I just remembered the worst possible assumption we could face..”
“worst assumption?”
He wandered around the small space with his arms crossed..
“Yeah, I know when you're usually talking about this type of thing in front of people.?”
“…….”
“Before soldiers were sent to war, before parents sold their children due to poverty..”
“That means….”
“Before forcing a sacrifice.”
Marijuu paused and took a step back..
“no way… Are you saying you plan to force us to make sacrifices? who the hell….”
Jeopuk…
Jeopuk…
Ur walked up to the nearest stone statue sitting on a chair..
“This guy could still be alive..”
Sigh…
At that moment, the stone statue of Maradum turned its head..
“Wow!!”
“Standing, stone statue….”
Coincidentally, the head of Maradum's statue was in the direction Ur stood..
A red light flashed in the statue's eyes. The light was still small enough to be compared to a firefly..
“Interesting… I don't know about the other guys who were invited to this event, but I….”
This is what Ur said after putting his face in front of the statue..
A wizard stained with madness, no, a wizard was here too..
“I hope your guy is alive..”
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