Episode 318
Hazard’s territory was vaster than expected.
It was definitely not compared to Rosaria, and compared to Orgal, it was slightly wider.
This is as much as I only skimmed a portion of it.
Taehyun was able to realize once again how wide the Abyss was.
I moved using ‘stealth’ to avoid any possible collision.
I had planned to simply wander around a portion of the area, but since most of the dragons were confined to their own homes, there was little chance of encountering them.
I was passing a place where a huge tower and a rare were built side by side.
A man blocked Taehyun’s path as he was hurrying his steps.
He was a middle-aged man with blue scales.
‘Did you see through the hiding?’
It didn’t seem like something was going on.
[Are you from the ‘clan’?]
Yongin looked Taehyeon up and down.
Even as he said that, his eyes were full of suspicion.
He wasn’t the only one who looked.
Since I had been using the ‘higher species eyes’ all along, I could clearly see the inside of the thing.
Judging from the physical organs and magical power, they were not pure-blooded dragons.
It seemed like it was made by modifying another type of monster that Taehyun didn’t know about.
Nevertheless.
‘This guy is pretty strong.’
If divided into grades, it is the highest species.
It seemed like he would be at least a Worm-level pureblood.
[I will ask you again. Are you a member of the clan?]
A hint of suspicion deepened in the man’s eyes.
Even if it is humanoid, a monster is still a monster.
I can’t believe that such a monster is asking himself so politely.
I tried to laugh at the unexpected situation.
Taehyun thought about the reason.
Hazard’s territory.
Since he was wandering around the deepest level alone, it was clear that he was mistaken for a pureblood with a polymorph.
‘That’s interesting.’
The corners of Taehyun’s mouth rose.
There are only three archdukes who have directly signed an oath of summons.
Now, even without using ‘predation’, the level of the body has reached the highest level.
Suddenly, I became curious about what kind of being I looked like to monsters.
That was why I spoke the language of monsters that I did not normally use.
[A clan… then?]
Anyone could tell that it was the voice of a monster.
Yongin also doesn’t seem to find it strange.
[I don’t know if you know… This is the residence of Bordeaux, the head of the clan. Even people from other clans cannot pass by without a valid reason.]
Bordeaux.
Taehyun’s body startled at the unexpected name.
Yongin did not miss that sight.
It seemed like Taehyun was surprised to hear Bordeaux’s name.
[If it’s not rude, can I tell you which clan you belong to?]
I’m asking this quite politely.
In fact, the implication was that if you were not the ‘head’ or ‘elder’ of the clan, you should just say your name and then go back.
‘It’s a clan.’
The seven clans that make up the Dragon Clan.
I remembered what Asisat Ebi said the other day.
‘They are now joining forces under Hazard, but it seems like they have their own rivalry.’
That was probably why the Yongin in front of me was asking.
‘I heard that the power of the clans is equal.’
in other words.
No matter which clan is promoted, ultimately, the difference in status will be the difference in grade.
A fleeting moment.
I thought of the dragons I had faced so far.
The first to be dealt with was the Red clan, but the one who had the most impact was by far the Blue clan’s Bordeaux.
However, since it had swallowed up all seven clans, it was difficult to impersonate any one clan.
‘But I can’t say I’m a contractor.’
Now I think he’s a polymorph pureblood, so he’s being polite.
Taehyun is Hazard’s new contractor.
In other words, the moment you reveal that you are human, you might look ridiculous.
These top species are somewhat special bugs, even if we call them contractors of the Archduke.
It’s nothing more or less than that.
For now, I thought it would be better to play a pure-blooded dragon.
Among them.
‘If you’re going to vaguely explain it, it would be better.’
Taehyun opened his mouth with a solemn expression.
[He directly reports to the Lord.]
[…!!]
Yongin’s red eyes wavered for a moment at the unexpected words.
[You are under Hazard’s direct command… can you prove it?]
The dragon dared to say the word ‘prove’ to the pureblood dragon.
The fact that he is directly subordinate to Hazard means that he is at least an elder level, but from the position of managing the territory, it is hard to believe it.
Yong-in is taking risks and asking Tae-hyeon.
As proof of this, Yongin Vigo, the top breed that manages the territory of Bordeaux.
His voice and red eyes were visibly shaking.
He found fault with his current rudeness and thought that Taehyun could kill him.
[Proof.]
Taehyun smoothed his chin.
It looked quite plausible.
Tiring.
[Skill Knight King’s Mettle (SSS) has been activated.]
Kugung!!
Taehyun’s body radiated a spirit that was incomparable to before.
This was the extent of the emanation, rather than specifying a target.
[K… What is this….]
Yongin was seen trying to use magical power to resist the sudden aggressiveness.
If a battle were to take place here, it would likely attract attention.
In that case, Taehyun’s plan to quietly look around the area would have been in vain.
‘It’s clearly trampled so that you can’t think of anything else.’
Tiring.
[Skill Lord’s Mettle (SSS) has been activated.]
Kugugugung.
The spirit that became even stronger overwhelmed Vigo.
[This… definitely belongs to the Gold clan…]
Vigo’s complexion hardened.
It’s not to the point where you can’t destroy it if you do your best.
The fact that I didn’t give it my all probably also applies to the being in front of me.
[Was this enough of an answer?]
Vigo was unable to answer Taehyun’s question quickly.
It is certain that he possesses the power of an elder of the Gold Clan, but he is directly subordinate to the Lord.
This is because it cannot be proof of identity.
It was when Vigo was thinking about how to behave.
[You are quite a strong Yongin. This is not enough.]
[I know you are from the stern Gold clan, but…]
Tiring.
[Skill Apocalypse (SSS) has been activated.]
Kugugugung.
Sigh. Churrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.
[…!!]
Vigo’s eyes opened wide in the suddenly dark space.
This is because we know that this power is similar to the spirit of the Black clan.
A clan that uses two mettles?
Except for Lord Hazard, there was no such entity among purebloods.
No, one day, a contractor from Bordeaux Road received the spirit of several clans.
I remembered being disparaged as being insignificant because I couldn’t properly digest that power.
A being who uses the spirit of the Gold Clan and the Black Clan to the level of at least an elder.
Of course, the man in front of me was not a contractor or anything.
Vigo gathered his thoughts.
For now, let’s calm down and listen to the story further.
[Is it still not enough?]
[No, that’s not it…]
Taehyun used a new skill as if he had no intention of listening.
Tiring.
[Skill Dragon’s Rage (SSS) has been activated.]
Crara!!
[Kak…!!]
Vigo screamed and fell to his knees.
Although he simply activated the skill, he felt his life threatened just by being within the range of the four skills Taehyun used.
Rattling.
Vigo’s body trembled at the spirit radiated by a being of a higher rank.
A being who treats him like this, as he is one of the seven dragons of the seven clans.
A being that wields more than three types of spirit.
Are you saying that he is Hazard’s hidden child?
It was natural for Vigo to have such irreverent thoughts.
[I will ask. Is it still not enough?]
Looking down at Vigo.
Smirk.
Taehyun showed the arrogant expression of the highest-ranking species.
From Vigo’s perspective, the sight felt eerie, incomparable to that of the master he served.
[It’s enough… Please… take back your strength….]
At Vigo’s plea, Taehyun canceled the skill.
The four skills disappeared and the area became quiet again.
Vigo stood up shakily.
[The person who directly reports to the Lord… what is going on here…]
It was a valid question.
Now it was time to create a new lie.
[Did you say this is Bordeaux’s territory?]
[…That’s right.]
Vigo once again flinched at the way he casually said the word Bordeaux.
[I came to the right place.]
[…Bordeaux was away to see Rod…]
[Don’t worry. Because Bordeaux will never come here again.]
[What… do you mean…]
[Bordeaux. That guy died while carrying out the Lord’s orders.]
[…!!]
[It was impressive to see him try to fulfill his orders to the end.]
[What…]
From Vigo’s point of view, these were all words that came as a surprise.
Taehyun’s secret smile deepened as he looked at the surprised Yongin.
[you. What’s your name?]
[It’s V, Vigo…]
[Yes, it’s Vigo. What is your position?]
[I am managing Bordeaux’s rares.]
[Guide me.]
[Yes…?]
[Didn’t I tell you? Bordeaux is dead.]
[No way….]
[Yes. From now on, this territory is mine.]
[…!!]
[Since a new owner has arrived, I should receive a report.]
As Taehyeon said that, his gaze was directed towards the huge tower.
Real estate in the deepest part of the Abyss.
‘I hit the lottery.’
It was a situation where I had no choice but to laugh.
* * *
[The oath of summoning….]
A woman with seven-colored hair.
Hazard said and spread his hands.
Susssseu.
A huge magic stone was held in that hand.
A heart stronger than any other dragon.
It was Hazard’s own dragon heart that he kept in subspace.
Excited. Excited. Excited.
Just by holding it in your hand, the pulsating magic stone gave off powerful magical power.
It was as if the seven colors symbolizing the clan were harmonized together to create a single work of art.
I can assure you that even if the magic power of all the hearts of the Balaur tribe were combined, it would not be able to reach even Hazard’s.
But why?
Hazard’s expression when he looked at his own heart was not very good.
[You made a bad contract.]
A heart that emits brilliant magical power.
On one side, new magical power was mixing in.
Taehyun Kim.
It was his new contractor’s.
By making the oath of summoning, that ominous magic flowed into Hazard’s heart.
[Tsk.]
Tsuzzzzzzzz.
The dragon heart in my hand disappeared.
As I look at it, there is no solution.
A former contractor who belatedly put it against one wall.
Asisat Ebi came into view.
[Spare. That’s not bad either.]
The elders of the six clans and the head of the Blue clan, Bordeaux, disappeared.
Thanks to the spell he casted, he was able to revive Bordeaux at least as a real dragon.
Somehow in the world of imagination, the spell was not activated and was eaten by Kim Tae-hyun.
Even if they are elders.
Losing the leader would be a huge blow to the Blue clan.
From among the elders, we had to select the next person to succeed Bordeaux.
[Well, we have a lot of time, so let’s take it slowly.]
Even excluding the fact that Bordeaux was the highest-ranking member of Hazzard, he was a man of great prestige even among the leaders.
Even if the area was left alone for a while, it wouldn’t be a big problem.
Whether willingly or unwillingly.
Since you have made a pact of summoning with the Underworld King’s Key, battles with other great dukes are inevitable.
I needed enough rest.
It wasn’t long before Hazard came to regret his careless response.
* * *
By the time we returned to Rosaria’s castle, a considerable amount of time had passed.
Succubi chatting throughout the castle gave information that giants were attacking Orgal’s 19 castles.
‘That Typhon guy. How much I wanted to prove this to Rosaria…’
When I thought of Typhon’s sinisterly smiling face, a shiver ran down my spine.
At the same time, I also felt that I had to somehow hide the conditions I had set for Typhon.
[Hmm~ Contractor. I can sense an unpleasant energy coming from your body.]
Rosaria said as she sensed the deeper magical power of Hazard felt in Taehyun’s body.
Contrary to what he said, his tone was playful.
“Then it is a success.”
[Judging by the expression on his face, it looks like things went well. You can’t believe you brought that picky guy into your alliance.]
“It’s an alliance. “It’s a little ambiguous.”
[Hmm?]
“It is true that we obtained Hazard’s magical power, but it would be ambiguous to say that we formed an alliance.”
At Taehyun’s answer, Rosaria looked like she was talking nonsense for a moment.
[…No way.]
“Yes. “It means that we have made a pact for the third summons.”
Taehyun enjoyed Rosaria’s embarrassed expression and unleashed his magic.
All kinds of magic power.
Among them, I could vividly feel Hazard’s magic, which had become stronger than ever.
[…!!]
“Get ready, Rosaria.”
Quaaaaa.
Taehyun gathered all his magic power into one.
Tiring.
[Skill Ataraxia (SSS) has been activated.]
[Skill Memorize (SSS) has been activated.]
“There are many things I want to ask you.”
