CH 246

. Grand Banquet for Heroes

What do you mean?

Cheon Yu-seong's eyebrows were curved in an inverted manner.

If it's the ones above, it's probably referring to beings equivalent to divinity.

I didn't understand what it meant to be unknown to them.

Remember Anthrad, an intermediate Demon Clan?

It's the skull ripper that turned the fortress into a wasteland.

Yeah. That guy.

I remember it was a pretty powerful Demon Clan. But what does that have to do with the guys upstairs?

To summon that Demon Clan, you need to collect the cursed relics. However, their relics weren't perfect enough to manifest Anthrad. The location wasn't right either.

Compared to the poor conditions, an absurdly strong one came out.

It also has quite a lot of body power.

And.

This meant only one thing.

"Someone helped me with a transcendent power Is this what you mean?"

That's right. And that's not what divinities can do. There's no reason to.

Demon Clans like to run rampant, but they don't like to run rampant until they forcefully intervene in the system.

In fact, the same goes for anyone.

Because there is much more to lose than gain.

It was the manager who helped the demons. It probably also touches a very high line. Maybe it's the highest place.

Jinhyuk looked at the night sky reflected in the window.

The upper floor of the tower that cannot be seen from here.

There will be Absolutes who contemplate everything under the tower.

"A senior manager is involved."

Cheon Yoosung's face hardened.

Because this word meant too heavy.

And because I knew that the higher the tower, the higher the risk would be.

The blood in his veins could only feel cold.

"What should we do next?"

Okay. First of all, you should enjoy your day.

what?

Did you come to the middle floor and fight like crazy? Even in the fortress, before you could even rest properly, the demons interfered with you. Now it's enough just to recognize that there is someone trying to hit the back of the head.

You're talking as if there's a way.

I have a few in mind. I'll have to go see if it works.

Anyway, your confidence is ridiculous no matter what.

The opponent is a senior manager.

In the same position as the divinities, it is the Overmind that governs all things related to the Tower.

But what is it? Is this confidence?

"Still I don't know why, but with you, I feel like I can somehow get out of the worst situation."

eating.

Cheon Yoosung laughed for the first time.

It was a smile that warmed my heart.

I take care of the welfare of the employees for sure. So don't worry too much. Even if others don't know, I'll definitely protect my people.

Yeah. It wouldn't hurt to enjoy the day as you said.

Isn't it the deceased in front of you who has been able to solve all the things that you thought were impossible until now?

This time, there must have been something to come up with.

Because that was the player Jinhyuk he knew.

That was then.

Ugh. I thought I was going to die because I was so annoyed.

Alice approached with a tired face.

Next to them were Teresa and Andria.

What's going on?

The strange bastards like to flirt and dance, or go to the lake for a night out.

There were some people who casually said, Cheers... to your eyes.

Elise and Teresa let out a long sigh as they recalled the terrible moments.

I didn't realize it because I was too busy talking with Cheon Yoo-seong, but it seems like he had a pretty tough time in his own way.

Hehe. That's because the unnies are so pretty.

Andrea laughed softly.

uhm. Obviously, if it's just the two of them now, the nobles would be fussed.

In contrast to the silver-haired Elise in a black dress, Teresa, who had blonde hair in a white dress, stood out no matter where she put it.

There was Ellis and Andria, who looked like her sister, so it was only natural for her to be like this for four months.

Still, you've come through so many people.

Well, you gave Tyler a good word.

In words?

Yeah. Words.

uh... .

How hard it is to believe

Can't you imagine that this guy refused with a friendly tone?

Then Andria brought the truth to Jinhyuk's ear.

"Alice unnie spoke loudly, but to be precise Teresa unnie freed the 'energy'."

...!

Maybe, I wrote 'Corruption'.

Jinhyuk swallowed dry saliva.

If it was Teresa who had turned black, it would have been difficult for ordinary people to bear the energy.

'To be honest, the black version is too burdensome for me.'

When I imagined the two noble queens scattering terrifying energy, goosebumps arose all over my body.

after a while.

Ah! Everyone was gathered. We wanted to have a drink together, but there were so many accumulated tasks.

It was quite difficult to find the main characters of the banquet because they were in the most remote places.

When Abraham and Pesis joined, all the personnel except for Wolyeong, who was hiding in the shadows, gathered.

in a comfortable atmosphere.

Fine wine and delicious snacks added flavor to the conversation.

I've been so hectic all this time, so the present moment felt sweeter.

When the atmosphere had matured to a certain extent, Ebraham, who was drunk, spoke to Jinhyuk.

I gave up everything else for the cause of the existence of the empire. I thought that it was enough if I could protect the framework of the empire no matter how much I sacrificed. However, you have achieved incomparable achievements with me. made it.

Words with complicated feelings... .

It was filled with gratitude, regret, and a sense of self-doubt.

At the same time.

Sreung!

The ceremonial rapier worn around the waist was chosen.

It's the Empire's unique courtesy to the beneficiaries.

I received a favor that I could not repay even if I repaid my whole life.

It also made me realize the pride and pride I had lost over the years.

Jinhyuk was a hero and benefactor of the empire.

[Ebraham activates 'Knight's Faith'.]

In an instant, a warm energy enveloped the inside of the banquet hall.

Golden petals embodied by qi began to fall one by one from the ceiling.

It is a beautiful sight.

But what was even more surprising was the sound that suddenly disappeared.

The sound of chatting. The inside scene where the sound of the musical instruments of the troupe had all stopped.

The nobles bowed and bowed their heads.

The magic tower master leading the white tower and the knights leading the red cavalry.

The guards protecting the imperial family and the heads of many famous families.

Everyone expressed their gratitude in their own way.

Reinhardt on the central podium also looked at Jinhyuk with eyes full of emotion.

[The Empire grants you the title of Honor.]

['Citadel of Giants' will be upgraded to the status of 'Principality', which guarantees independence from the Empire!]

[You have accomplished an astonishing achievement.]

[This work will be inducted into the 'Hall of Fame' tomorrow.]

Status windows appeared one after another.

'The Duchy on the title of honor... to give you a position.'

For the Empire, which is a strict class-based society, it was an unprecedented reward.

While Jinhyuk was perplexed, this time Pesis slowly opened his mouth.

I also found this event very interesting. Goin Corporation. An emerging force made up only of prominent members.

If there is a power that is being talked about the most in the current tower, this is it.

so that.

I'm really looking forward to the next steps. It will probably establish itself as a force that can bring a great storm to the tower. Just being able to see its legendary beginning is well worth coming here.

[Phesis's favorability has risen to a very high degree.]

The sensitivity of Pesis rose.

I was attending a banquet with the intention of relaxing and eating something delicious... .

'This is unexpected rewards keep pouring in.'

Once again, I thought that calling the first Reinhardt was a godsend.

His speech made it possible for the nobles to reflect on their mistakes.

And when he saw Elise who made it possible, he had a happy smile involuntarily.

Why are you smiling badly?

Alice opened her rabbit eyes.

No, it's just. It's unique. After all, I thought that I didn't get the seat of Ataraxia's head for free.

Huh. Now you know my true worth. I am now like this. In the past, everyone was a vampire who stood in line to walk at least once.

Yeah.

Jinhyuk adjusted Elise's rhythm and stroked her hair.

Ah. Come to think of it, what did you mean in the grave?

Huh?

Te... Was it Sencio te Arpem? There's a spell you used to summon the invitation.

It sounds like an imperial language, but I didn't study it separately because it didn't seem to be of much use.

It must have been that he barely understood the word empire.

Ah... that?

Alice waved her hand as if it was nothing.

Only those who inherit the blood of the imperial family can protect the empire. What does this mean? It was a crazy word for a childish subject.

...hmm. He was a pretty cool guy. The guy called the first emperor.

It wasn't bad. It wasn't just a mouthful.

I have a question, can I ask one more question?

Ask?

Isn't that the reason he died because you drained all your blood?

A Grand Sword Master would be able to live over 200 years old, but I think that his lifespan was rather short.

Maybe the culprit is because of this vampire... .

Alice wore a bright smile.

Oh my God. For some reason, I think that's going to be your sign tonight.

cold sinking air.

It is a night when the fangs are particularly sharp.

The banquet, which continued until dawn, was over.

Everyone went back to their dorms, feeling drunk and full.

For this day, the tension was loosened as if to forget all fatigue.

right then

Tuk... tuk.

Jinhyuk carefully woke Pesis from his deep sleep.

Um, huh... Ji, Jinhyuk-nim? What are you doing at this hour?

Pesis got up from his seat, horrified.

Jinhyeok with an ominous smile appeared at the bedside, so it has to be.

If it had been a heavenly planet instead of a phesis, he might have drawn his sword on the spot.

Jinhyuk lowered his voice.

From now on, please go for a little walk with me. There is a place I really want to go to.

Yes? A walk? In the middle of the night? Where is the place you want to go...?

Pesis made a face that said what kind of steer was that.

I want to go to the tomb of the emperor I went to before, once again.

Woah, the emperor's tomb? No, why do you want to go back there?

"There are things I must have, but I haven't been able to bring them with me because I was too busy before."

"I mean, you don't mean to steal, are you?"

Uh-huh. It's a robbery! What the hell do you see me as!

At Jinhyuk's anger-like remarks, Pesis's face turned red.

I'm sorry. Well, Jinhyuk, who is now the Grand Duke of the Principality, will do something like that...

Could you call it a long-term rental?

Yes?

It was an unavoidable decision due to the international situation and resource conflicts.

Pesis wanted to ask what nonsense it was, but instinctively realized that he had already fallen into a swamp he couldn't get out of.

Raising the likeability also played a strong role in resigning.

Huh. If you tell the imperial family, they'll just give it to you, wouldn't it be better to just ask?

If anything, I'll do the same, but this isn't something of that level. Above all, the current emperor probably doesn't know how to get there.

"The fact that even the emperor doesn't know is it?"

An earthquake occurred in Pesis' pupil.

Yes. I thought Pesis would know.

Because there was only one person in the tower who could earn the nickname of a great explorer no matter what.

"You must have heard of Pesis-san at least once? The Dragon Killer Sword that sleeps in the Empire."

How about the rumors about 'Balmung'?