Episode 20
EPISODE.10
‘Come to think of it…’
Before returning, I heard a rumor that Daria destroyed a pirate ship that was trafficking in human beings.
‘It must have been around this time.’
human trafficking ship.
It was only about subduing the pirates.
If this city of Maldiva
hadn’t been Daria’s hometown, she, the owner of the tower, wouldn’t have come out on her own.
In addition, the number of wizards who could run barefoot if she asked for support exceeded the spirit.
Nevertheless, he pointed out Russell himself and asked for help.
‘This is a test.’
I didn’t know what she was thinking to test herself, but her intentions were clear.
That fact was also well marked in the newly emerging mission window.
[Mission]
Daria Snowwhite’s test.
Help her subdue the human trafficking ships (pirates) docked at Maldiva Port and pass her test.
[Reward]
Low-grade magic stones (edible) Low-grade magic stones (edible).
The rewards aren’t that great.
But if you’re not an idiot, you’ll know.
The hidden reward of this mission is greater than what is revealed on the outside.
‘No matter what anyone says, it’s a test of the yeomtap master.’
As if she had guessed his thoughts, Daria’s eyes met Russell’s and drew an arc gently.
“Even if I am lacking, if I can be of strength to the tower lord, I will do my best to help.”
“Thank you. Very reassuring.”
Daria giggled when Russell accepted.
“But before that-”
Then she lightly snapped her fingers.
Just-!
Then, the ends of the hair scorched by the flames are cut off, and the traces of battle that were buried here and there quickly disappear.
Of course, it couldn’t even restore the damaged robes or clothes, but even so, it was an excellent clean magic that was incomparable to itself.
“I guess I should buy new clothes first.”
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“Hoo. It’s rare for a wizard to have a fair amount of hair.”
Daria giggled as she looked at the robe with a strong dark light and the clothes on the inside that matched it.
According to the clerk, it was not black, but a charcoal-based color.
Luxurious color and appearance as if made by a skilled tailor, and even the lining fabric that gently embraces the body itself.
Even if you look at it, it was expensive clothes that didn’t cost a penny or two.
Even when my father was alive, I don’t remember wearing clothes made of this material.
However, Russell’s face in the clothes was just uncomfortable.
“Top Lord. Even if you don’t do this…”
“It’s okay. I decided to do my favor, so this is about this amount as an advance payment. Don’t worry.”
because i have a lot of money
Seeing Daria knocking on her wallet and talking loudly, Russell put on a worried expression, but he didn’t hesitate.
No, there is no way the owner of the Tower of Flames has no money in the first place. And the problem isn’t just the money.
No matter what,
“Look at me. Could you pay for this outfit?”
Daria called the clerk.
I quickly paid the bill and finished the calculation.
“Oh, and if you don’t mind, lend me the red thread.”
Immediately after borrowing a ball of red thread from the clerk, she lightly moved her finger.
Squeak-.
A red thread unravels along her fingertips, and soon begins to carve a pattern on the chest of Russell’s new dress.
A red rose burning in the form of a flame.
It was the symbol of the salt tower.
“Why… me?”
I asked this question because I hadn’t even entered the Tower of Flames yet.
Of course, since it was engraved by the pagoda owner himself, he would not be punished for impersonating a member of the pagoda.
“Are you doing what I asked you to do? As long as you’re doing this, don’t worry, you’re also a member of the Flame Tower.”
Swish-.
Having completely counted the roses of flame, she clapped and clapped.
Using magic, he neatly cut off the end of the thread and continued.
“If you end up writing an application to join our tower later, don’t forget to add what happened today to your career. I will tell my manager in advance.”
Are you joking or serious?
When I finished my calculations and went outside, the sky was filled with a red sunset.
Judging from the dark end of the sunset, it won’t take long for night to come.
“It will be night in a little while.”
According to Daria, the pirate ship will dock tonight.
“I guess I should get ready now.”
“okay.”
She nodded and escorted Russell to the port.
“They say they’re taking a break at Maldiva Harbor, but they won’t be able to dock at the port openly because there’s something going on in their backs.”
“Then…”
“Perhaps the ship will be anchored on the sea a little far from the port and rested.”
In the end, it’s a story that Russell and Daria must use other means to get to the ship.
Naturally, Daria had already prepared the means.
“We will travel on this.”
“This is…”
It was a small boat with the right size for four or five people to ride.
The problem was that the size of the ship was too small to go through the storm of the sea.
‘No, that’s not the problem.’
If it is a human trafficking ship, there will be quite a lot of people caught there.
But where the hell is there a place on this ship to pick them up and return?
While thinking about that, a hand tapped Russell on the shoulder.
It was Daria’s hand.
“Don’t worry. If it’s a boat that will bring the captives back, it’s enough if they steal it.”
“ah-.”
In case of an emergency, there will be several boats that can be used for escape.
Daria intended to take them and burn people.
‘If that’s not the case, he might be thinking of taking their entire ship.’
It would be more comfortable for her that way.
“Now let’s begin.”
When Russell got on the boat, Daria waved lightly.
Following the fingertips, the airflow surrounding the two subtly changes.
Kiki-Kki-Kik-
There is no boatman, but the oars are rowing and the boat moves by itself.
‘The surrounding wind has become calm.’
Through the changes that occurred throughout the area, Russell guessed the type of magic Daria used.
‘A magic that reduces the presence and blocks sound.’
Chow thump.
Chow ah ah ah -.
Let’s cross the sea like that and go around the small mountain that juts out from the side of the port.
Soon after, taking advantage of the shadows of the mountains and the darkness of the night, a huge sailboat anchored in the middle of the sea appears.
‘That’s it.’
My guys are also quietly anchored without turning on any lights to see if they are stabbed.
Daria spotted the boat and slowly drove it.
Said, attaching a boat to the side of the sailboat.
“Let me go up first and draw attention. Hey, you can take advantage of that opportunity…”
“Can you go downstairs to find and rescue the captives?”
“You know me well.”
Even if you cause a commotion, be careful as there will be guys guarding the bottom.
After speaking, Daria’s body slowly floated into the air.
He used the floating magic.
At the same time, her body was engulfed in intense flames.
Roaring!
A presence as if the sun had risen in the middle of the night, not in the middle of the sea!
It was majestic enough to immediately catch the attention of the pirates on the deck.
“That me…!”
“It’s an assault! It’s an assault!”
Dang dang dang dang—!!
The pirates who discovered Daria sounded the alarm with urgent voices at random.
Regardless, Daria slowly climbed onto the pirate ship.
He said while facing the pirates glaring at him.
“How dare you think of resting in my hometown. They also have good guts. Shall we see if you have as much skill as that guts?”
“There’s just something good right here.”
Her hands gripped the railing of the sailboat.
Kwajeok Ujikkeun-!
Then, the wooden railing is completely smashed, and pieces of it fall into Daria’s grasp.
Daria tossed them into the air and infused them with magic.
“Go.”
Tak-tak-.
Then an amazing thing happened.
A piece of wood that fell to the floor.
Flames rose from the piece of wood, and soon began to wriggle and change into a human form.
He’s about 1.2m tall, a fiery dwarf with a perfect height!
That number is exactly seven.
Daria Snowwhite.
Originality.
Dwarfs on the burning pyre.
The originality magic of Daria, who once captured a castle alone in the war against the Empire, was manifested.
Of course, it was a much weakened version compared to that time, so no one recognized it.
“Farrara!”
“Furr rrrrr!”
Shouting onomatopoeia on fire, the seven dwarfs ran randomly across the deck.
“Aww!”
“What kind of monster is this!”
The presence of a dwarf running around scattering sparks in all directions was a nightmare for pirates.
“die!”
“These damn dwarfs!”
A few pirates got brave enough to wield swords and axes at the dwarves.
Of course, to no avail.
Hwareuk!
As soon as it was hit by an axe and split in two, it turned into flames and put the split body back together.
there-.
“Aaaagh!”
“It’s hot!”
“My hands are ripe!”
Intense heat flowed through the hilt or blade and even cooked the palms of the attacking pirates.
Chong and the window!
A few pirates who couldn’t stand the heat threw their weapons on the spot.
“Happiness, Happiness!”
Then a dwarf jumps up and embraces a pirate.
The fierce flames that started from the dwarves spread quickly!
“Quaaaaaagh!”
Then, with a scream, one pirate instantly turned into ashes and collapsed.
Surprisingly, despite the spread of the flames, there was not a single fire on the ship.
If the sparks flew wrongly, even one could harm those who were caught.
A sight that clearly shows how excellent Daria’s magic control ability is.
“Happiness, Happiness!”
Leaving behind what was once a pirate, the dwarf slowly gets up.
The seven dwarfs’ stage pirates’ nightmare had only just begun.
* * *
“You seem to be running wild, but…”
muttered Russell, who was waiting for the timing while standing on the boat.
There was no need to check the movement of mana.
Even though it had been a while since Daria went up on deck, the screams and curses of the pirates were pouring in without stopping.
Moreover, even though the sun had set, it burned red as if the sun was rising on the deck.
It was then.
Cheerurureuk-.
A rope came down from the top.
It was the rope that Daria let down to let Russell infiltrate.
‘You’re thinking of testing me after all.’
Apparently, just going wild by yourself was enough.
Thinking so, Russell gripped the rope tightly.
Then, taking advantage of the pirates’ eyes on Daria, he hid inside the ship.
dragon-swallowed wizard
