Episode 1109. It’s the providence of the evil god Shaitan.
When Elio said goodbye to Marquis Bernardo, Fabian was called by the Marquis’ staff, Viscount Oscar Avid.
“I heard from the Marquis. You said you were going to leave with Viscount Elio?”
“yes. I only heard about it last night.”
The quick-witted Fabian implicitly hinted that this was not his intention.
That’s because it works even if you say you don’t know about sensitive questions.
“Don’t be too nervous. I didn’t call you to ask you something. Rather, I called to thank you for your hard work. Baron Fabian, you’ve had a hard time between Viscount Lagoa and me.”
Viscount Oscar Avid looked at Fabian with meaningful eyes.
In the meantime, Fabian had been reporting on Viscount Lagoa’s movements to himself.
Among them, there were many things that would make Viscount Lagoa uncomfortable.
“Because I am also a knight of the Marquis family, I was only faithful to the mission given to me.”
Fabian also drew the line that he didn’t do it because he wanted to.
“It may have been impossible for you, but it was a necessary process for the marquess and the kingdom. Although it has now become meaningless due to the assurance of Anna Ramakrish. Until then, we had no choice but to doubt Viscount Lagoa even though we trusted him. The state that Viscount Lagoa had achieved was that special. You know that better than anyone else.”
“Yes…”
Fabian replied in a weak voice.
My head knew it was necessary, but my heart was not clear. The reason, anyway, was because he was spying on the person closest to him.
“Viscount Lagoa is as mysterious as his mastery of swordsmanship. When the northern part is in danger due to cracks in the ice wall, it suddenly appears and defeats the demons. When the ice wall shows signs of being restored, it leaves without a sound. Isn’t it something that only comes out of a heroic story?”
‘Viscount Elio will overturn the sky and the Abyss.’
Fabian’s mouth tickled, but he didn’t say it.
Then Viscount Oscar Avid made an unexpected noise.
“I heard that you are going to Jedo Island. Maybe they’re going to stop a war between the Empire and the South. Viscount Lagoa has many problems, but his purpose is clear. He wants peace, not war. So when he said he was going to the islands, I immediately thought of the war situation between the Empire and the Southern Kingdom. It must have something to do with it.”
Fabian could not help admiring Viscount Oscar Avid’s insight.
To be honest, I hadn’t even thought of that.
I only knew about going to Jedo Island after stopping by Mokubas because of the celestial nature.
However, Viscount Oscar Avid saw through the hidden parts.
‘A staff member is a staff member!’
“Honestly, I wish the Empire and the southern kingdoms would fight. The Empire and Southern Kingdoms are growing too strong. Guess it’s time to loosen up a bit. All the northern kingdoms will think so.”
“However, a war between the Empire and the South could easily bring the entire continent into war.”
In fact, that was the situation fifty years ago.
The empire, which controlled the central region, pushed the south by force, and the south requested help from the north.
The North didn’t turn away from it.
Because if the Empire devours the South, then it’s pretty much the North’s turn.
It is the same now.
Obviously, the southern kingdoms will try to attract the northern kingdoms if they feel overwhelmed.
There is no way the northern kingdoms could turn away from that request.
This is why the formula of ‘the southern kingdom is followed by the northern kingdom’ is still valid.
“Your words are right. The North has made too many sacrifices in Hirhera and can’t afford it. However, it is also true that the Empire and the Southern Kingdom must be drained of their power. First of all, it’s out of balance. At this rate, the north is only a shield for the development of the empire and the southern kingdom.”
Fabian listened in silence.
To be honest, it wasn’t a problem to say that he was only a baron.
“Well, that’s what I think. It’s not like I want something from you.”
When Fabian didn’t respond, Viscount Oscar Avid, who was trying to placate him, quietly withdrew his feet.
“Didn’t there be any word that Viscount Lagoa was going to Slash Land sometime?”
“Yes, there was none.”
“Sir, what do you plan to do once Viscount Lagoa’s escort mission is over? Sir, if he wanted, he could give him a place in the Order of the Phoenix. Are you going back to the royal road? Or do you have other ideas?”
“I’m thinking of going to Slash Land.”
“As expected. I guessed that. A knight from Slash Land. That’s good too. No, it’s probably the best choice for you. I get it. You may want to stop. See you again if you have a chance.”
“Thank you so far.”
Fabian bowed to Viscount Oscar Avid and then turned around and left.
Fabian’s expression as he walked on the snowy field was brighter than ever before.
Even if it was according to the orders of his superior, he felt uncomfortable because he seemed to have betrayed Viscount Elio Lagoa.
It was only now that I felt liberated, and my body and mind felt as if they would fly away.
However, Fabian’s happiness did not last long.
Right after lunch, Elio dragged him through the rift in the name of ‘reconnaissance of Tamion’.
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As soon as he entered Tamion, Fabian grabbed Viscount Elio Lagoa by the collar.
“Viscount. Can’t I just wait in Hirhera? Honestly, I’m not a great help to you, am I?”
“Sharing pain reduces it. When you’re by my side, my heart feels lighter. Imagine seeing this bleak scene alone. It annoys me just thinking about it.”
“So you’re saying you’re going to keep me around for the Viscount’s feelings?”
“Oh, that’s the main purpose. Substituting the alarm magic is incidental.”
“I am also a baron now.”
“know. I told you that getting to know Mokubas will help you in the future. Don’t say anything without me.”
“I thought so too at first. Wouldn’t it be useless if the ice wall was intact?”
“Why not? What could be more boastful than that in front of the fireplace.”
“Wandering around Mokubas just to add one thing to brag about?”
“They say money can’t buy experience. Which knight in the world would travel to Mokubas? You may become a legend of the continent in the future.”
“….”
Fabian, tempted by the word ‘Legend of the Continent’, finally fell.
Fabian, who had been walking for a while, asked.
“But where are you going? Don’t you know Mokubas too, Viscount?”
“There is a demon to guide you.”
“Who are you?”
“Shamos is a female demon.”
“Did you reach out to the demon woman now?”
“Do you know I am you? Don’t make fun of me in front of Shamos. He is the Lord of Hallock.”
“omg! A demon lord guides you?”
Fabian looked at Viscount Elio Lagoa with bewildered eyes.
Using a divine being, the demon lord, as a guide?
No matter how Viscount Elio Lagoa said it, I couldn’t believe it easily.
After a while, it was time to reach the end of the ice forest.
A 3-meter-tall female demon appeared in front of Elio and Fabian like a ghost.
It was Samos, Lord of Hallock.
In an instant, Fabian was blinded by the demonic energy flowing from Shamoth.
As Fabian was stunned by the dark ether, Elio stabbed him in the back.
“Turn the mana one turn this way.”
Elio’s fingers traveled up the bloodline in his back to the top of his head, passed through the front of his face, and went back down to his heart.
This is Sojucheon.
Originally, Suzhoucheon started from Danjeon, but it was slightly modified for Fabian, who accumulates mana in his heart.
Fabian, who learned how to channel mana into his veins early on, followed suit without difficulty.
As Mana rotated around his upper body, Fabian’s face softened.
“How can you bear it?”
“yes.”
“Return mana whenever you are in trouble. If you do, it will take care of itself without any effort. It’s useful when dealing with high-ranking monsters or demons, so learn it well.”
“thank you.”
Fabian’s eyes flashed with life.
It was because it was rewarding to follow along just by learning this one thing, setting aside everything else.
Elio said to Shammoth, who was standing there with a puzzled face.
“This is my knight, Fabian. In terms of demons, he’s like a champion. If this person dies or is injured… you will die too, so take care of yourself.”
“yes.”
Shamos looked closely at Fabian.
I feel like I’m going to die from a low-ranking demon, but I don’t know how I became a champion.
“Does Moloch have a last name?”
“Yes, there is a castle called ‘Moloch’s Castle’ in Kodiak in the center of Mokubas.”
“Is it okay to go there and get a face stamp?”
“Have a coronation ceremony.”
“it’s okay. I don’t have time for that. You don’t necessarily have to have a coronation, do you?”
“It is.”
“All right then. Let’s simply let them know who the monarch is. I have no intention of staying in Mokubas for long.”
“Are you thinking of emptying Mokubas?”
“then no? Should the monarch stay only in his own land?”
“It’s not like that, but it’s better to have a substitute at least when you’re away. Demons are greedy… If left unattended, a rebellion will break out. There are many people aiming for the position of monarch without knowing the subject.”
Shamos glared at Fabian, probably because he introduced him as a champion.
Fabian shook his head violently at the murderous look of her.
“Be a substitute. OK, I’ll think about it. By the way, how long will it take to Kodiak?”
“If you use Bloody Caribe, it will take about 5 days if you just go.”
“Bloody Carib? Are you talking about that monster that looks like a reindeer?”
“yes.”
“Where is it?”
“There is a hot spring lake called Fade nearby. It is a place where monsters often visit to rest or heal their wounds. You can see Bloody Caribe there too.”
“okay. Let’s go.”
When Elio’s words ran out, Shamos strode ahead.
Elio and Fabian followed side by side.
Unlike Elio, who had a relaxed expression, Fabian was out of breath right away.
It wasn’t because Shamos was fast, but because of the demonic energy (dark ether) that emanated from her as a ruler.
Whenever that happened, Fabian desperately threw mana into one round.
After repeating this dozens of times, Fabian’s expression gradually calmed down.
I don’t know if it’s because I’ve mastered mana, but I’ve gotten used to the ether of darkness little by little.
Anyway, by the time we arrived at Fade after about two hours, Fabian behaved so naturally that you couldn’t tell from the outside.
Shamos stopped in front of a huge lake with steam rising.
“and!”
An exclamation escaped Elio’s lips.
It was said that it was a place where monsters gathered, and there were really all kinds of monsters on the shore of the lake.
There were also rare monsters among the monsters.
It was amazing to see the peaceful coexistence of both high and low level monsters.
At the lake, the food chain didn’t seem to work.
“Aren’t you going to eat here?”
“Because there are times when even high-ranking monsters and monsters get hurt and become weak. It is to use Fade Lake as a place of healing and recovery.”
“that’s interesting. If it’s such a nice place, I think a strong guy will take it all.”
“It is the providence of the evil god Shaitan.”
“Do you know what it means to live with evil spirits?”
“I don’t know what you meant. Please explain, and I will answer.”
Elio, seeing Shamos’s somewhat fierce face, shook his head.
“no. Just grab the Bloody Caribina.”
Elio waved his hand.
What is the meaning of blaming the evil god in front of the demon lord?