Lord of Training - Chapter 100



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100. I’ll fry beans over lightning!

The elf prince Evolod told me in detail even things I didn’t ask about.

Of course, most of the information they provided to me was not immediately detrimental to the empire.

‘But the empire wasn’t an empire for nothing!’

The Lacrosse Empire occupied the Kingdom of Lutes for three years before being defeated by the Allied Forces.

It wasn’t because they were weak.

The Empire did not fight only the Allies.

In order to take over the central continent, the largest of the five continents, they were also reaching out to the west of the continent, and while the Allied Forces were conducting a large-scale landing operation, they were also fighting the Kingdom of Novok to the west and the Kingdom of Bavaria to the north.

As a result, they withdrew from the Kingdom of Bavaria, but the Kingdom of Novok to the west held out alone in the face of the Allied forces’ indifference and was occupied shortly thereafter.

The problem was that the Kingdom of Mark, which was located above the Kingdom of Novok, was scared and surrendered to the Empire.

The Empire absorbed the Kingdom of Mark without firing a shot, gaining complete access to their resources, troops, and even aerial magic knights.

In addition, the Duchy of Schweiz, which was a neutral country, received a large amount of gold and sent its magic knights as mercenaries to the empire.

The Lacrosse Empire was said to have increased its power and troops compared to when it fought us.

‘So when the empire was born, the Republic of Arica was running, Atlan was walking, and Lutes was crawling······.’

As the Empire’s power grew, I was worried about where their next move would be.

They may again attack the Kingdom of Bavaria in the north, or the Kingdom of Hispania in the south.

Although the odds are low, there is a possibility that the Allied Forces will try to retake the Kingdom of Lutes, which is currently under their protection.

Since the Empire has been clearing the Labyrinth Gate almost exclusively, it is understandable that they are strong.

But it was foolish to wage war against multiple kingdoms at once.

I don’t know why the Empire made that choice.

‘I’ve been hit hard once, so now I’ll just take it easy.’

As evidence of this, they had considerable power but did not start a war, and instead took control of the S-rank labyrinth gate in the north.

This is to raise the country’s own aviation magic knights and increase the elven heritage to more definitely conquer the continent.

Next, we’ll aim for other continents.

‘The Empire feels like the final boss of this world.’

And in the Novok Kingdom, which has many mountains and forests, the elf magic unit was the most active in the battle.

Although they numbered only 300 men, they were said to have dealt with a regiment ten times their size in one night, a scourge that ravaged the mountains and forests.

Of course, it was the words of Evolod, the elf prince, but he is not the type to lie, so it is certain.

‘There are now two months left until the second attack.’

I have to clear that and go back before the Empire enters the S-class labyrinth gate······.

Looking at the Grade A labyrinth gate with a diameter of 200 meters, I felt bitter.

To conquer that, we have to compete with each other, not even the empires but the allied forces.

Even if we pool our strength, it won’t be enough.

Major Phelps approached.

“Captain! Hela has arrived.”

“Please come inside.”

I went into the tent first.

In fact, she arrived two days ago.

Hela Wake came in, with Saint Veronica at her side, her hood pulled down low.

“I hope you arrived safely.”

“Yes, thanks to this person, I came comfortably.”

“You don’t have anything to say to me?”

Hela opened her eyes wide.

“You contacted me by radio yesterday too.”

“It’s just a radio, and since it’s been a while since I’ve seen you, you should at least pretend to know me.”

“It’s been a while. Hela Wake.”

Hela Wake shook her head.

Then Phelps’ voice came again from outside the tent.

“Colonel Chalet has arrived.”

“huh?”

“Okay.”

I asked for the understanding of Saints Hela and Veronica and went out.

I asked Colonel Chalet to make a place for me with a high-ranking member of the Lutes Army, and he came to me on the first night.

It seems like the Lutes Kingdom Army is in quite a hurry.

I went over to Colonel Chalet and the Lutes camp.

***

[Lutece Southern Defense Force Command Tent]

“Welcome. Lieutenant General Chartered.”

“This is Brigadier General Alain Bombard.”

“Wow! I’ve heard you’re young, but you’re really amazing.”

Lieutenant General Schart pointed to the chair in front of the desk.

“Please sit over there.”

I sat on the chair.

“So, you said you wanted to meet me?”

“I thought Lieutenant General Schart would like to see me.”

“what?”

Lieutenant General Schart tilted his head.

Now, there were only four people in the tent, including Colonel Chalet, who had guided me, and the adjutant standing behind the lieutenant general.

“Or, since I said hello, should I just go back?”

“Hmm! No.”

Lieutenant General Schart had a serious expression on his face.

“Be honest with me. What is your intention in coming here, Brigadier General Alain?”

“I’m sorry you asked me that.”

“······?”

“I heard that the Kingdom of Lutes was the first to leak out the fact that a labyrinth gate had appeared here. So it was the Kingdom of Lutes that called us here. Now! Let me ask you a question. Answer me honestly. Why did you call us here?”

Lieutenant General Schart swallowed dryly.

It seemed like he wasn’t a very good negotiator.

I looked at the person standing behind Lieutenant General Schart.

Ghosts can be fooled, but not me.

A man standing in a place where the ceiling light cleverly illuminates only the lower part of his eyes.

There must be a reason why you want to cover your face.

“I don’t know who you are, but would you please sit down here? Or should I really go back?”

The corners of the man’s mouth went up.

The man came to the desk.

“I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to deceive you. I’m just not in a position to reveal my identity.”

“Are you Prince Arc?”

The man looked startled.

I stood up from my seat.

“I heard from a friend that the king fled to another country before the country was destroyed, and the commanders abandoned their men and fled without even being able to fight properly. But I heard that there was one prince who stayed until the end to protect the kingdom and lead the resistance army.”

“Haa! Do you also know that you are now on the run after being purged by your father?”

“Yes, I’m sorry.”

Prince Arc held out his hand.

“I already know, so let’s greet each other properly. My name is Arc Paco. I also have the title of Prince Lutes.”

“This is Brigadier General Alain Bombard of the Atlantis Special Forces.”

His hands were warm.

No, it felt hot.

I too felt my heart ache as I was impressed by his bravery.

Arc looked at Colonel Chalet.

“Excuse me, but can I ask you for a car?”

“all right.”

“It’s late at night, wouldn’t alcohol be better than tea?”

Arc shook his head with a short sigh.

“With the kingdom in this state, how can you still drink alcohol?”

“Alcohol is a poison when you get drunk, but if you drink in moderation, you can have a heart-to-heart talk. And you don’t have to go get it.”

I took out a bottle of wine and a glass from the alchemist’s workshop.

“It’s an expensive liquor that is quite well known in Atlanta.”

“It looks like it was prepared on purpose.”

“That’s right. It was prepared by Supreme Commander Harry Russell.”

Prince Arc chuckled.

“Let’s do that.”

We cleared the table and stood to fill our glasses.

Let’s drink one glass at a time, something hot rising up inside us.

What a coincidence, you chose to bring along a drink.

“Haa! There’s a fire burning inside me.”

“This is the kind of poison they drink in Atlantis.”

Lieutenant General Schart and Colonel Schallet, who had been drinking together, also opened their mouths and cleared their chests.

“What do you wish for? The awakening of the Magic Knight? Or a legacy?”

I asked directly.

Prince Arc nodded.

“Thank you for asking so directly. Honestly, I would like to have both, but that won’t work out. Please wake up our officers.”

“How many people are there?”

“100 people!”

“Wow! There are a lot.”

I spoke honestly.

How many dimensional monsters would it take to awaken 100 people?

If you awaken with a final blow, it’s better, but if you awaken by hitting a lot, it’ll take a very long time.

“The future of our Kingdom of Lutes lies in their hands. If things continue this way, I fear we will be absorbed by the Republic of Arica. We need to increase our power, but as you know, we have little.”

“I can’t guarantee 100%. I can’t take too long. But I’ll try my best.”

“Please.”

“If all the survivors awaken, what will you do for me?”

Prince Arc looked troubled.

“I don’t have anything right now······.”

“Please form an alliance.”

“what?”

“Of course, we are not allied with the Atlan Kingdom. Please ally with me. I will do all the work.”

Prince Arc tilted his head.

“Are you talking about an alliance with him?”

“Yes, an alliance that helps each other in times of trouble.”

“That’s not difficult, but even if we say that we have all the troops here, that’s all.”

“It doesn’t matter. It’s the heart that counts. And when I leave the labyrinth gate, Your Majesty will have quite a few awakened knights.”

Prince Arc nodded with a smirk.

“Shouldn’t we create some alliance documents or contracts?”

Lieutenant General Schart stepped forward and spoke.

I held out my hand.

“No. Let’s shake hands with each other with sincerity.”

“Will that be okay?”

“of course.”

I shook hands with Prince Arc.

He is the prince of Lutes.

The person who will become the next king when the king dies.

Or else I will have to make myself king.

Then today’s alliance will be greatly rewarded in the future.

Lieutenant General Schart said.

“But conquering the gate won’t be easy. The Republic of Arica won’t stay still.”

“That’s right. They spent a lot of gold on our political circles to come with the Commander-in-Chief’s orders. And then they’ll come with His Majesty the King’s orders. Then we won’t be able to stop them.”

Colonel Chalet was also skeptical.

“We will enter the gate now. Get ready.”

Three people looked at me.

Lieutenant General Schart asked with a dumbfounded expression.

“Right now?”

“Now is the best time. They probably won’t expect you to arrive today and come home tonight. And surveillance will be tight starting tomorrow.”

Prince Arc looked at Lieutenant General Charter.

“Is that possible?”

“First of all, everyone who wants to go inside is located not far away, so it should be possible.”

“Okay then. We have plenty of food and ammunition.”

“Wow! This is like roasting beans over a lightning fire.”

I looked at Lieutenant General Schart.

“Gather everyone who will be going inside the tent closest to the gate. Keep your pack light and your ammunition to a minimum. Move very stealthily.”

“Okay.”

“And please set up two large tents near the gate.”

“······?”

“We need a tent big enough to temporarily hide the orbital giant.”

“Ah! I see.”

Lieutenant General Schart and Colonel Schallet left the command tent.

Prince Arc shook his head at me.

“Wow! This is the first time I’ve seen such quick decision-making.”

“Strong and fast. That’s my motto. And the prince will join me.”

“Me too?”

“If we stay here and get caught by the Arica Republic Army, wouldn’t it be a big problem?”

Prince Arc made a hesitant expression.

“Have you awakened?”

“I also awakened the defensive technique. However, I only have one skill······.”

“What are your skills?”

“I have awakened the Air Shield skill.”

I chuckled.

It was exactly the same as the first recipe Alain Bombard had.

Air Shield was also a pretty good skill.

If you awaken the Halo skill, you can block most bullets.

“If you join us this time, I will raise your rank by at least two levels. And as the monarch becomes stronger, the number of followers also increases.”

“Okay! I’ll go too.”

Prince Arc made up his mind.

Arc left the tent first, and I returned straight to the unit campsite.

***

Major Phelps was ordered to gather his men secretly.

Then I used the dimensional armor to transport the orbital giants one by one to the large tent near the dimensional gate.

You won’t be able to see the other side of the gate from Arika Campground, but there may be an aerial magic knight watching from above.

Now I was at the guard post next to the gate.

Major Phelps entered the outpost.

“Chief, I have prepared everything.”

“The aerial magic knights go in first, then the Lutes officers. The orbital gigant goes in last.”

“Yes! I will pass it on.”

“And Saint Veronica was safely loaded onto the orbital giant.”

“yes.”

Phelps left the outpost.

There’s a dimensional core in the orbital giant, so the saintess will feel very cozy.

‘But, is it still far over there? It’s too slow······.’

Our unit has already finished preparing, but only half of the Lutes’ force has gathered yet.

By any chance, did you go out overnight during this time?

Well, I guess we didn’t know we’d get in this quickly.

Because we just decided on this operation.

Paaaaang!

Then suddenly Phelps flew in.

“Sir! I think I’ve got it!”

“what?”

“We just spotted an aerial magic knight overhead, and he quickly flew to the Arica campsite.”

“Damn it! I can’t help it.”

I stepped forward into the labyrinth gate.

End