Episode 194 ‘Okay. ‘I remembered it.’
Blake Evendore.
Otherwise called Blake of the Onslaught.
A superhuman who became the vanguard of the imperial army during the imperial war in his previous life and was the first to cross the border of Grandia.
And because he was the first superman of the empire to die after being blocked by the Duke of Esperanza’s army and the swordsman, who were less than a tenth of the troops he led.
Although his name would later remain a great stigma within the empire, he ultimately sacrificed his life to succeed in killing Grandia’s strongest superhuman.
The Grandia Kingdom army, which lost its core strength, was helplessly defeated by the follow-up troops that came after it.
‘At the time, he was considered to be at the bottom of the 30 superhumans in the empire.’
From the kingdom’s point of view, it is the same loss as trading a chess queen for an opponent’s knight or bishop.
Of course, this was when the offset difference in troops was ignored, but Logan had no choice but to hide the rising murderous intent in his heart and focus on this absurd situation.
“It’s difficult to handle. It’s too much consideration for the Empire’s superhuman to volunteer to guard me. I respectfully decline.”
“No. It is to prevent the possibility of any untoward incident occurring to His Majesty’s guests. Please do not refuse.”
Why this?
Looking at the imperial superhuman with his head down, Logan couldn’t help but feel confused.
Even though he was the weakest among the empire’s superhumans, in other words, he was one of the 30 people at the top of the empire.
Would a person like that appear in such a condescending manner on just a handwritten invitation?
‘Emperor… what kind of person is he?’
The true nature of the conqueror that we had only vaguely heard about in records.
My heart sank heavily as I felt like I had witnessed part of it.
And then.
“Look. If something bad happens to us, your presence won’t make a difference, skinny guy.”
thud.
The giant took a step forward and pressured Blake with a terrifying force.
A superman from Grandia who shows off his power without filtering.
However, Blake’s eyes did not waver at all as he looked at Luther, and instead he snorted and provoked Luther.
“Just because you’re a leader in the countryside doesn’t mean you’ll be successful in the big world.”
“what?!”
“I’ll bear with it for once because it’s in front of His Majesty’s guests. This means you should know the topic and remain stoic.”
“Huh? What are you talking about, you crazy guy?”
Pajijik.
The air shook as the tangible killings of superhumans collided.
At that time, Logan frowned at the sudden confrontation between superhumans.
“Lord Logan, you need to stop the group.”
“yes?”
“Lord Blake is a general of the Empire. He is not someone a superhuman from a small country can handle.”
The mayor’s words got on Logan’s nerves.
The mayor was driven by the discomfort he felt after seeing Blake’s words and actions.
‘No matter how harsh Lord Luther’s words were…’ These
words clearly revealed that he was only polite to himself, whom he referred to as the emperor’s guest, and looked down on the other party members.
If Luther’s words were merely a provocation, then Blake’s words felt more like his usual thoughts came out as they were, rather than a provocation out of nowhere.
The mayor’s words were in the same vein. He has no awareness of how his words sound to people from the kingdom.
It’s just an idea that is ingrained in them like a habit.
‘Okay, let’s take a look and see how powerful the superhumans of that proud empire are.’
Luther Kyle would be able to bring the level of superhumans of the lower ranks of the Empire to the floor.
Although there was a bit of personal emotion mixed in, Logan looked at the market and shook his head to make a more strategic choice.
“I’m sorry, Mayor, but if Lord Luther shows up like that, I can’t stop him.”
“Yes? Then?”
“Mayor, can you stop Lord Blake?”
“…That thing.”
“Me too.”
“Then it’s not my responsibility if a member of the group gets seriously injured, right? Understand?”
“Sir Blake. If you defeat Lord Luther, I will accept your escort.”
Logan’s sudden words attracted the attention of everyone around him, including the superhumans.
“However, even if something unfortunate happens, I hope there will be no problems between countries. How about this, Mayor? Would you please become a notary public?”
“Why are you making such a big deal out of this…”
“I’ll accept it, Mayor. It wouldn’t be a bad idea to teach a guy from the countryside how the world is big.”
Blake, seeing the mayor’s embarrassed expression, shouted with confidence.
He looks like he doesn’t think he will lose at all.
Seeing that expression, the mayor had no choice but to nod.
“Oh, I understand.”
And in the meantime, Logan, who made eye contact with Luther, nodded.
Luthor laughed viciously at this and took out a huge war hammer from behind his back.
thud.
“Then, shall we learn that the world is wide?”
“Even though you’re a superhuman, you still carry around such an ignorant weapon. Tsk tsk. I’ll teach you a lesson, big guy.”
Blake took out a sword with flashing mana from his belt.
Soon, two rays of red aura clashed violently.
Wow!
A red light that intersects continuously.
Logan shouted to the surroundings while blocking the shock wave created by the flash of destruction.
“Knights, evacuate the people around you!”
Accordingly, the knights of McLane and the knights of Ruspelheim completely surrounded a certain distance in front of the official residence and created an environment in which superhumans could fight.
And everyone focused their attention on the fight inside.
At this moment, I just want to appreciate the fight of Auror users, who are considered the pinnacle of knighthood, regardless of nationality.
Of course, there were very few people who could properly see their movements and understand the situation of the fight.
Among those few, he is the only one who can accurately read the direction of the confrontation.
Logan was watching their confrontation with a serious expression.
‘I’m being pushed. That Luther Kyle….’
It was an unexpected situation.
“You rat!”
Wow!
Luther Kyle’s war hammer hit the ground, creating a strong impact, but Blake, who was there, suddenly appeared next to Luther.
Sugagagak.
The red long sword scraped past Luthor’s Auror Blade.
“It’s unnecessarily strong. Hmph.”
“what?!”
Kwaaaang!
A scene that has been repeated over and over since immediately after the duel.
As Logan watched this, his eyes became increasingly hard.
It was a similar pattern to when Luther fought Wicken, a famous rival within the kingdom, but it was a little different.
‘Faster than Wicken. However, the attack power seems to be a bit weak.’
If we were to weigh pros and cons, Wicken Kalia might be better.
However, for the current Luther, being a little faster than Wicken was fatal.
Truly the best.
– There are many ways to dominate space, but the best of them is speed. Being the fastest on the battlefield can give you the upper hand in most matchups.
Blake’s movements seem to embody his teacher’s words.
Unlike Luther Kyle, whose face was red, his expression was relaxed.
His attack power was not enough to pierce Luther’s defense all at once, but he was gradually accumulating damage.
Luther’s attack did not even pass by his body.
Logan was very impressed with the quick movements.
It did not seem to use a special method of movement like a ghost shadow, nor did it seem to use any special attributes like Wicken.
‘Is he a superhuman specialized in speed?’
As the conversation about superhuman traits he had with Luther not long ago passed through his mind.
The red-faced Luther Kyle exploded, unable to bear the continued pounding.
“I’ll destroy everything!”
A red light blooming all over the body. The Auror’s veil, which had been fading, blazed like a flame and focused on his beloved warlord.
Soon, his war hammer, which swung much faster and stronger than before, struck the ‘spot’ where Blake was.
Wow!!
The strong attack shook the surrounding ground as if there had been an earthquake, and in the aftermath, even Blake’s body, which had been fired towards the gap in the large attack, shook.
And at that moment, a wave of red aura started from the spot where the war hammer struck and covered the entire surroundings.
Rumbling.
Luther Kyle’s Biggie Aurawave.
It was a powerful blow that fully reflected Luther’s idea that if you can’t catch it, just blow it away.
But Logan couldn’t help but frown.
He saw Blake’s sword swung so many times that even his extraordinary eyes could barely see a few afterimages for a moment.
And the concentration of the Aura created by that attack even moved through Luther Kyle’s Aura Wave.
Kaaaaaaaa!
After the loud binge drinking ended.
After the thick dust created by Aurawave settled, what unfolded before the knights in the crowd was the sight of Blake’s blade approaching the end of Luther Kyle’s neck.
And Logan was blocking the path.
Jiyiing.
“This is enough, Lord Blake.”
“Huh? This can’t be…”
Blake was genuinely surprised by Logan, who blocked his sword, which he swung with the intention of piercing Luthor Kyle’s neck, without even an Auror.
And at the same time, I was convinced.
“You are indeed someone worthy of His Majesty’s call. It’s amazing.”
The exclamation point was a little annoying, but fortunately Blake put away his sword right away.
The giant’s face was cruelly distorted as he smiled at his opponent who had barely escaped his life, but fortunately he did not show his anger.
“Ugh. No shame.”
“It’s okay. It wasn’t a good match.”
There was no way Logan’s comfort would be comforting.
But losers are silent.
Gritting his teeth, Luther glared at Blake’s face and stepped back helplessly.
Blake, who was watching this, smiled and said to Logan.
“Then can I accompany you on your journey to the ecliptic?”
How could I refuse in this situation?
Logan could only smile bitterly and nod.
“I will accept it. I don’t think you need to come forward in person.”
“It is an infinite honor for me just to serve His Majesty’s guests.”
Logan’s heart became even heavier as he heard those sincere words.
A superhuman of this caliber is only a low rank in the empire.
And for such a superhuman to humble himself and bow his head without hesitation at the mere invitation of the emperor.
‘Emperor… what kind of person is he?’
The main enemy that must be defeated.
Just coming into contact with that shadow felt like an overwhelming feeling.
‘No, no. Come to your senses. You have to get over it anyway.’
No matter how strong the empire is.
No matter how great the emperor is.
In any case, it is just an enemy that must be overcome.
So for now, the priority was to find out more about the enemy, even if it meant keeping our heads down.
“Ah, Lord Blake. I was very impressed with your dancing. So, I would like to ask you a favor.”
“Yes? Oh, tell me.”
“That…”
Logan’s smiling face, in contrast to the stiff expressions of the other group members, was deeply imprinted in Blake’s mind.