I Became God of War's Youngest Disciple - Episode 206
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There is a saying that it's not over until it's over. Of course, it was the speaking habit of our third brother, who suffered from famous saying disease.…….
To be honest, the situation was almost over, so even I was relaxed..
How dare you ask this question at the last minute, without warning..
Strangely, I felt like I was being hunted rather than being psychologically attacked or trapped..
After wandering aimlessly through the pitch-black forest, I finally escaped, but the moment I turned around, I felt like I had come face to face with the gaping maw of a wolf..
‘This is not the time to think about this…….’
In just a moment, my mind is on fire..
Sanghyeolgong doesn't talk nonsense..
First of all, it was in the form of a question, but there is a high probability that deep down I was convinced that I had encountered Leone..
‘There.’
Since he is a man who has received the blessing of truth, most lies will not work..
First of all, everything you say out of your mouth must be the truth.…….
“yes.”
It seems like I thought about it for a while, but in reality, about 3 seconds passed..
It would be dangerous to delay any longer, so I nodded and continued..
“Dean Alderson built a building called the Tower of Asceticism at the academy. Leone there... To be exact, I met a doll who called herself Leone..”
The Iron Blood Lord has the divine protection to distinguish between truth and lies..
Of course, it's not invincible..
However, there will be limitations to its use. Like all divine protection, it is not a power that can be used indefinitely..
However, mixing lies is too risky..
Therefore, as I did in the past [Trial Room], I went with a strategy of not lying, but also hiding the truth..
“You probably know that Leone plays instruments..”
“That's right.”
“Why didn't you tell me that?.”
“that…….”
I couldn't help but hesitate a little at this part. Of course it can't last long.
I was looking for another excuse and could barely come up with anything suitable..
“Along with Leone, I also met my father's doll from that time. So, my father when he was a student at the academy..”
“…….”
“It felt quite different from now. I was worried that it might be rude to mention that time..”
Was it a fairly successful excuse?.
Sanghyeolgong's expression became slightly strange..
The corners of his eyes, which had always drawn straight lines, seemed to be a little droopy, but somehow that alone made him feel similar to Delac when he was a student at the academy..
Although it was actually several decades ago, there was not much change in appearance. Looking at what I look like now, I'm only a few years older than I was then..
“Was it during the academy days? It’s not a memory I really want to recall..”
“…….”
“What did you talk about with Leone??”
“I encountered the Legion Commander in the underworld of Hadeneihar. He had Dean Alderson imprisoned and under surveillance, and at the time he was difficult to take down on his own. He then got help. If I had fought alone, I probably wouldn't have won..”
Everything up to this point is true, and this is my honest impression..
“The fact that Leone plays musical instruments.”
“I knew it.”
“Then I guess the same goes for Dean Alderson..”
“That's true, but I don't want you to question him..”
“why?”
“That's because Dean Alderson has already forgotten Leone. I don't know why…….”
After speaking to this point, I glanced at Sanghyeolgong for a moment..
I was wondering if this guy knew anything about him..
“…….”
Sanghyeolgong seemed to be thinking deeply about something for a moment..
I couldn't tell if he was interpreting my words or if he was thinking about something else..
“Right.”
Anyway, Sanghyeolgong, who came to his own conclusion, looked at me and asked:.
“Then, is there nothing else to hide??”
The purple eyes seemed to shine a little brighter than usual..
At that moment, goosebumps started on my forearms and ran all the way down my spine. It was a good thing I was wearing long sleeves.
‘This… I'm sure he used Jinwi's blessings..’
I'm sure.
I don't know how many times I've used it so far, or whether I've never used it..
I used it 100% for this question now..
then what should i do?
Hiding even at the risk, just revealing the truth.
what is better.
Actually, it wasn't worth considering..
“there is.”
“…….”
“But before that, can I tell you one thing?.”
“What.”
“I will have countless clashes with the church in the future. As I said before, my goal is to defeat one of the demon lords..”
“I guess so.”
“yes. However, matriarch, I have no intention of sharing any information, achievements, or secrets obtained in the process with the family..”
The Iron Blood Lord's eyes blinked slowly..
I felt like the air was getting colder against my skin, but I completely revealed my feelings..
“I am not the head of the family..”
Sanghyeolgong is definitely a scary person..
If I reveal my true intentions, they might try to cut off my muscles right away or imprison me like Raizen..
Or, less likely, he could just take his life..
So what should I do?.
When you live as a warrior, there are often times when your pride gets scratched, and I think there are times when you have to endure it and times when you shouldn't..
I think it's the latter now..
Somehow, I felt that if I were to be swayed by answering Iron Blood Ball's questions directly, I would never be able to take off the shackles of being a Badknicker for the rest of my life..
Compared to these facts, the secrets I have to hide now are secondary issues..
‘shackles.’
Yes. Shackles.
The family label that I wanted so much in my past life was nothing more or less than a shackle to me now..
Iron Blood Ball said.
“I would have promised you the Sogaju position..”
“I never hoped for it. If you are thinking of using that spot as a leash to tame me, then I will reject you here and now..”
“Does this mean you are not interested in the position of head of the family?.”
“yes.”
“Becoming the head of the Badnicker means having power beyond your wildest dreams..”
“If I want something, I will get it myself. Glory is the only way its meaning will not fade..”
“…….”
“Of course, I already owe something to Badknicker. If you ask me to pay back, I will. Let's talk about how to calculate it..”
There was a slight heat in my voice. It was because I only expressed my sincerity..
At this moment, the issue of Leone, the instrument within me, and even my identity as a priest were not very important..
I just wanted Iron Blood Lord to know my sincerity..
Originally, I wouldn't have revealed this, but…….
I remembered the sight of the Sanghyeolgong from the rooftop..
This man seemed so ruthless.
I hoped that at least a glimmer of affection remained in the heart of Lee, who still did not feel like my father..
Of course, I don't know how Sanghyeolgong will turn out..
This is a man who would not be surprised if he suddenly pulled out a sword. If that was the case, I thought it wouldn't be a bad idea if I chose to fight fiercely..
And just before I started searching, I said, ‘Damn it… I should have just stayed quiet... … .' It would be nice to go back and have regrets..
Of course, the protection may not activate, but it doesn't matter..
While thinking about this and that, I saw Iron Blood Ball.…….
Sanghyeolgong spoke slowly..
“What this means is that you should not unilaterally request information. It is valid. You got the credit, but I admit that my attitude and tone felt reprimanding..”
“…….”
It was an acknowledgment so obedient that it made me feel dizzy..
“How will you share the information you obtained??”
Actually, I didn't think about it until now..
I tried my best to hide my embarrassment and answered whatever came to mind..
“If something goes, something must come. The head of the family will tell you a secret that he knows..”
“For example.”
“For example…….”
I solemnly asked the question I had been most curious about since I met Leone..
“What was the relationship between the matriarch and Leone?.”
“hmm.”
Sanghyeolgong's chin was pulled slightly..
“Right.”
Are you sure you can answer me??
Unexpectedly, it felt like the workshop had changed..
Sometimes, if you live according to your emotions, good results come out, and I wonder if today is that day..
However, contrary to my expectations, Sanghyeolgong made a somewhat strange noise..
“The position of Sojiajou will be useful to you..”
“yes?”
“If you think of Badknicker as a shackle, the position of Sogaju will be your shield..”
“I would have told you I didn't need it.…….”
Of course, I'm not a great person who can't understand what's being said, so I grumbled but focused on what this man said next..
“Your activities are already well-known. Luan, even if you wish to do so, it will be difficult to escape the clan. 'Cause you've already caught their eye.”
“…….”
them?
It was a tone that seemed to somehow exclude himself..
The moment I heard Iron Blood Prince's words, I suddenly remembered a conversation I had with Assad in the past that has now disappeared..
- Kid, you don't know anything about badniks. About the true power and secrets of this family.
“Are you talking about the council of elders??”
“They too are just minions.”
Sanghyeolgong laughed slightly..
It was a cold mockery that seemed like a cut. The smile that could only be given to an enemy was not directed to me in front of me..
“I asked you to tell me a secret. There isn't much I can reveal to you right now, but let me tell you one thing:.”
Sanghyeolgong whispered..
“Cussette is still alive..”
* * *
The conversation with Sanghyeolgong, which was thought to be a crisis, and the interrogation ended in vain..
That leaves some new questions..
‘Kusset is alive?.’
Black Fairy Kusset.
He is the progenitor of Badniker and the hero who put an end to the [Age of Darkness]..
When you think of heroes, they were the most famous fairy race in history..
‘Such a being is still alive?’
He's from at least a thousand years ago.?
Of course, among fairies, those who live for a long time are said to be guaranteed a similar lifespan.…….
well. I do not know.
If I ask Musin later, he will tell me something..
“I can't use this place anymore.”
Maxim muttered as he looked around the ruined auction house..
It's as they say.
Iron blood ball and Maksim's blood clot. And with my assistance, the auction house was destroyed to the point where it would have been better to build a new one..
Maxim was puzzled..
“But that wasn't the scope of our fight, so why is it like that?…….”
“Sir Maxim, are you okay with your wounds??”
“huh? I said it was okay. Look at this.”
Maxim, fascinated by my smooth change of topic, showed me his chest while saying that, and surprisingly, it was already quite healed..
“What…….”
It was definitely a huge wound that would scar me for the rest of my life.?
If healing progresses in that state, there may not even be any marks left after complete healing..
“Excuse me, but you're a real monster..”
“I was born strong. It still hurts the same though.”
Maxim glared at Sanghyeolgong. Lord Iron Blood nodded his head and said.
“I'll get you a quality elixir later..”
“ah. So are two possible??”
“It's not difficult. Are you planning to feed it to your disciples??”
“Well, right.”
Naturally, his true intentions were revealed as he tried to rip it off, but Maxim was not embarrassed and burst into laughter..
Maxim's eyes turned to me..
“By the way, are you planning to go to Heros now??”
“Not now, but I plan on stopping by soon..”
“Outstanding juniors are always welcome. Whenever you come to Heros, please stop by [Bacheon Sword Dan]..”
“It's Pacheon Geomdan.?”
But unexpectedly, Sanghyeolgong spoke in a slightly unpleasant voice..
“Maxim, Luan already has a position assigned to [Black Rose].”
“what? Is it true??”
What are they talking about now??
I don't know, but I closed the spout first..
Because when you don't know the situation, just keeping quiet is half the battle..
Did you take my unspoken words as positive?.
Maxim muttered in a dazed voice..
“Amazing... … . There must be hundreds of young heroes who want to join the Black Rose, but haven't they turned them down so far? In fact, the Black Rose was a one-man army. Why have you changed your mind now??”
“…….”
“Does that mean it's difficult to answer? Good. Anyway, excuse me if I did that. Please pretend you didn’t hear what I just said..”
From what I've heard, it seems like there are several units under Heros, like knights directly under the imperial family.…….
Both Maxim and Iron Blood Prince seemed to be leaders of the same unit..
And Sanghyeolgong has not had a single member of his unit so far..
‘Are you trying to tie me up? Or are you trying to help?.’
I'm not sure, but it didn't seem like it would cause much harm if I later refused to join the Black Rose unit..
Sanghyeolgong asks as he looks at Maksim, who bursts into laughter..
“So what are you going to do now??”
“I plan to spend a few more days exploring the islands before moving on to my next mission..”
“Right. Thank you for your help today. I will definitely pay this debt back later..”
“The elixir is separate.?”
“separately.”
Maxim left with a big smile, and the two disciples followed him..
Haro snorted, and Jial looked at me and said before leaving..
“I heard this Heros entrance exam will be quite difficult, so be careful..”
“You're not going to take an entrance exam? I already deserve to be a hero.”
“huh. But it's D-class, right? That's effectively an apprentice level, so you have to be at least a C to be treated as a hero..”
“Ohh… I guess you can get that qualification through the entrance exam..”
“Depending on your grades, you can get up to level A. There have been few times in history…….”
Saying that, Jial's gaze slightly rests on Sanghyeolgong..
Right. I guess that guy hasn't been around that many times. It's not surprising that he is a man who suits the word 'never, never, ever' better than anyone else..
“Thanks for the advice. In return, I'll buy you a meal later..”
“haha. I'll look forward to it.”
Jial laughed cheerfully..
This guy still seems like a pretty good guy. It looks even more like that because Haro next to him is the type that makes a lot of noise..
Anyway, Sanghyeolgong and I are left alone again..
Still, is it because I confessed my feelings once? Or is it because I witnessed this man's human side in many ways this time?.
It wasn't too uncomfortable to be alone with the two of us..
“When we enter Heros, we can go on a mission together..”
“It's a mission?”
“I have a mission for Yeongsan..”
“……!”
I was surprised and looked at Iron Blood Ball..
“When did you start your mission? What is the deadline??”
“There is no deadline. And it came in at least 100 years ago.”
“yes?”
“It was a mission registered on the [Heros Bulletin Board] about 100 years ago, but no one has ever completed it..”
“…….”
“Of course, there are quite a few people who have practiced it. Few people came back.”
Sanghyeolgong said with a knowing smile..
“What should I do??”
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