My Demons - Chapter 109



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My Villains Episode 109

28. Longville (1)

The decaying spirit gave a blunt kick. I clung to his leg and rammed Hrunting into it.

Phew.

The branches and leaves crumble helplessly. A completely different and vain feeling than stabbing a knife into flesh.

Guuuu.

He came swinging his arm to shake me off.

It’s a fist that looks like a huge pile of fallen leaves. It didn’t seem threatening on the outside, but I didn’t know what was inside, so I quickly jumped out of the way and rolled on the floor.

A dull sound passed by, and I ran as if jumping and took my place between the spirit’s legs.

Then, remembering Lord Ankir’s teachings, he began swinging the Hrunting held with both hands. The blade lying above his head spins like a pinwheel.

Scary!

Every time the red sword light flashes, leaves, rotting corpses, and broken stems scatter in all directions.

Guuuu.

The spirit with both legs dug out collapsed in vain. It was at that moment that Utekwa Yi, who had already approached, swung his dolme.

“Go back to nature!”

Crispy!

The moment Dolme touched the spirit, leaves and twigs were scattered in all directions, like feathers falling out.

If you look closely, the head of Utequai’s dolme is shining light green. The representative option of ‘Slonhe’s Maul’, the effect of neutralizing spirit-type enemies, has been activated.

The spirit, with its bare stem and black glowing core clearly exposed, fell and struggled dully.

“Sigh!”

I stepped on the fir tree trunk and jumped as if I was doing a long jump.

Twist your body like that and stretch your arms. The red blade slices through the core located at the center of the spirit.

Guuuuuuu-!

A low scream that echoes like a mountain echo. Surprised mountain birds jump up and things that may be wolves or wild dogs bark.

About the time when the noisy mountain regained peace. The decaying spirit collapsed without form, leaving behind only dry tree trunks and leaves.

“phew.”

It was an encounter that came out of nowhere, but I solved it fairly easily.

It could have been easily cleared away with a single fireball, but if that had been the case, the entire mountain would have become a sea of ​​fire. There is no need to have the thrilling experience of chopping up monsters while being chased by a hot forest fire in real life.

It was then.

Damn.

“Hey, I’m surprised.”

I was startled by the sound of something breaking and looked down to see that the Hrunting was cracking. The crack that started faintly stretched like a spider web and covered the entire auburn blade.

Utekwai, who discovered Hrunting’s abnormality, frowned.

“Phoenix! “Your knife is strange.”

“no it’s okay.”

I quietly watched Hrunting change.

Hrunting, who had sucked the blood of countless enemies, was now growing. The maroon shell is shattered and a new one is born.

“… … Strange. “It’s like a snake.”

“I know.”

Like the mutterings of Ute Kwai, Hrunting, who shed his skin and revealed his smooth sword body, was reminiscent of a white snake. A milky blade with fine black veins showing through.

“… … “That’s cool.”

At Utekwai’s reluctant expression, I couldn’t help but laugh.

The blade has become slightly longer. I think I need a new sheath.

Some people who inhaled the poisonous smoke complained of dizziness and collapsed, but thanks to the quick administration of antidote, no one died.

A Perso agent and a traveler have collapsed, but both are said to get better quickly if they get some rest.

“Don’t lie down, make him sit with his back to you. “Don’t touch me just for the sake of a massage.”

“All right. Thank you, wizard.”

Ellen raised her hand to the merchants and slowly floated down to land on my arm. Of course, he maintains a haughty expression.

That facial expression that pretends to be Wolkeul… … . I just want to hit people for no reason.

Ellen must have read my expression as she blinked brightly beneath her robe.

“why?” “••••••no.”

It’s fortunate that most of the party members are mercenaries or merchants. If they were ordinary farmers or nobles, they would have turned a blind eye to the magician who did not reveal his identity.

In extreme cases, it is said that having a wizard as part of the group is inauspicious, so they make a fuss and demand that they be kicked out of the group. In Middle World, wandering wizards are usually treated like that.

Ellen, who was sitting on my arm, lifted her robe and quietly looked back at the forest.

“Something is strange.”

“Strange? what?”

“The flow of mana is unnatural.”

I also tried to get my blood pumped at what he said.

“Can you feel it? “Something is unusual.”

“… … Um, yeah.”

Of course, I couldn’t feel anything. Considering the difference in magical power between Ellen and I, it is natural.

Ellen looked somewhat distraught, so I patted her knee and said,

“You’ll find out when you go to Longville. let’s go.”

huh.”

“Wow, it’s so spacious.”

At my words, Ellen nodded silently and looked down the ridge. There, Longville, our destination, was spread out.

Yes, we have finally arrived in Longville. It had been a month and a half since we departed from South Harbor.

Longville was a mountainous territory surrounded by mountain ranges in three directions. Looking down at the scenery of the sunset between the mountain ranges, Ellen opened her mouth as if she was interested.

“trunnion.”

“huh?”

“Do you remember when we looked down at South Harbor together?”

“huh? Ah, when you escape from the crypt? “You almost died back then.” “It looks bigger here than the South Harbor I saw back then.”

“I know. But weren’t you so scared that you closed your eyes at that time?”

“… … “You didn’t close your eyes?”

Fields spread out on all sides of the territory, and a rocky mound rose in the center. There was a straw house on top of a rock that looked like an elongated tray, a winding road, and a small vegetable garden.

In the innermost part of the mound were two stone buildings. The building with a wide courtyard would be the Yeongjugwan, and the spacious square fortress built on top of the mound would be the stronghold.

The residence seemed to be several kilometers in circumference, and was tightly defended by thick wooden fences. There was only one gate to enter the wooden fence, and the security seemed very tight.

“… … Wow, it must have been quite a struggle to build that.”

“There are mountains all around. “We have to do at least that much to stop the monsters.”

“Hmm, I guess so.”

It’s a struggle to survive. There can be no greater motivation than that.

I don’t know much about the castle, but it certainly looks like it will be difficult to attack.

If someone wanted to occupy Longville, they would have to climb a rocky hill about 6 meters high, break through a heavily guarded gate, or climb over a 4-meter fence, and even break down the innermost stronghold. Is this even possible?

That’s right, in the original scenario, the robber baron was leading his men and occupying this area. How on earth did he manage to take over this place?

The gate was crowded with farmers, mercenaries and peddlers. Naturally, time was delayed because the soldiers guarding the gate were checking each and every person trying to enter Longville.

In the end, it was about dusk when we stood in front of the gatekeeper.

“Where are you from?”

“I’m from South Harbor.”

“What about the items?”

“Salt, spices, fabric… … Well, that’s how we deal with it.” “Salt and spices.” While the prison guard and the gatekeeper were talking, I was observing the soldiers.

At first glance, Longville’s soldiers seemed to have strong discipline. They didn’t chat among themselves, or look away or do anything else. All he did was scan the visitors one by one with his keen gaze.

The only weapons they had were quilted armor, iron helmets, and long spears, but the lack of equipment was not noticeable due to the elite atmosphere.

The gatekeeper took four soldiers and started looking at the carriages, carts, and people. Checking baggage and asking about people’s origins continued.

Bows, crossbows, and halberds were immediately confiscated. The mercenaries obediently handed over their weapons without much resistance.

And finally, the gatekeeper stood in front of us.

“Where are you from, uhm?”

“I’m from Eyland.”

“Eyland? “You mean from across the narrow sea?”

When I nodded, the gatekeeper hesitated for a moment and asked a question.

“By any chance, what is your identity?”

Looking at the gatekeeper’s persistence, it seemed like Ellen and Utequai would also be in trouble. In particular, Ellen is a magician without a hand, so it will definitely be a problem.

… … Ha, I guess I’ll have to reveal it eventually.

I answered with strength in my stomach.

“I am Poi Nix, Prince Ulkar’s knight.”

Of course, there is no such thing as an ID card in this world. This means that there is no way to prove whether a person is a farmer, nobleman, or royal family at any time and anywhere.

Of course, I have items such as the ‘Lavalton Manor Title Certificate’, but it was quite rare to prove my identity with such a thing. Showing your cards is something that only applies to wizards.

In the end, most people recognize someone’s identity through their appearance, behavior, and tone of voice.

In that sense, I was clearly a knight, both in reality and in appearance. I don’t know what the tone of voice is like.

That may be the reason why the gatekeeper lowered his head even though he had a nervous expression on his face.

“… … “Well, it’s an honor to meet you, Lord Phoenics.”

“I am also pleased to meet you.”

“Well, may I know the purpose of your visit to the city?”

“It’s a trip.”

“It’s a trip. “May I ask where you are going?”

I asked back, scratching my eyebrows.

“Do I really have to tell you?”

“No, it’s not like that.”

When the gatekeeper’s gaze returned to Ellen and Ute Kwai, I quickly struck.

“This lady here is now under my protection. This is… … Um, it’s an escort.”

The gatekeeper gave me a strange look in response to my answer.

“… … So, are you saying you are protecting that wizard? “A knight?”

“Is there something wrong?”

In general, female wizards are not treated as ‘ladies’ unless their status is truly noble. In short, it is not subject to knight protection.

The gatekeeper seemed to know that as well, but he looked a little uncomfortable, but quickly nodded.

“If you do, I will deliver the news to the permanent residence.”

“… … “At the permanent residence?”

“yes. Since you are Prince Ulkar’s knight, your lord will also want to see you.”

The gatekeeper who said that had a very cold expression on his face.

Um, did I do something wrong?

“And, leave the vicious weapons carried by slaves or guards to the gate.

“You should leave it alone.” When the gatekeeper pointed at himself, Utequai got angry.

“I am my mother’s warrior! “I am no one’s slave!”

When the large, topless barbarian suddenly shouted, the startled soldiers aimed their weapons. When I saw that, I quickly tried to dissuade Ute Kwai.

“Ugh, yum! “Stop yelling and speak politely!”

“Break! Heplia onsome!”

Fortunately, he didn’t do anything too drastic, but the excited Ute Kwai’s loud yelling was enough to make the gatekeeper turn pale.

“Well, calm down that barbarian quickly! Or I will attack you!”

… … Oh, I’m suddenly upset.

“Did you order me just now?”

“yes? No, that’s it.”

“No, it doesn’t matter. Also, if I used my tongue wrongly, I should apologize first, right?”

“Sir, that’s a misunderstanding-”

When I said that and shot him, the gatekeeper stuttered in embarrassment. I managed to swallow something that was boiling over me and sighed deeply.

“Whew. “I made a mistake and apologized quickly.”

“yes?”

“Apologize to this friend for calling him a slave. “If you want to move on smoothly.”

At a time when the gatekeeper was speechless, a woman appeared from inside the gate.