My Demons - Chapter 128



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My Villains Episode 128

33. Graduil Mountain⑷

The night was deep. A full moon was rising in the sky where the Milky Way was curved. Thanks to this, the foot of the mountain in the distance was so bright that it was hard to believe it was night.

The forest was similar. Moonlight and starlight streamed through the jagged leaves of fir and pine trees. Thanks to this, the pair of small bonfires looked more shabby and cozy than usual.

Beneath the large spruce tree, mercenaries wrapped in blankets blinked their heavy eyelids. The forest was appropriately cool after the midday heat had disappeared, and the last day of the mercenaries had been too tiring to appreciate this peace.

Ellen was asleep on my lap. Her hair, shining in the moonlight, was like silk embroidered with gold. She took note of his white forehead and neatly closed eyelashes, and pulled her half-cloak over his shoulders. Ellen tossed and turned for a moment, then clutched the area around my knee with her delicate hands.

Ellen often acted as if I meant everything to her in the world, and could hardly hide it. My heart swelled for no reason when I clearly felt that he was only looking at me, believing in me, and loving me.

“You sleep well.”

Atalanta, who was rummaging around the campfire, muttered with a shocked expression.

“Because you worked hard.”

“hardship? “I sat on your arm all day?”

“… … “You used a lot of mana.”

Atalanta burst out laughing and shook her head.

“Still, it’s better because you’re quiet.”

“Huh, right?”

“He seems like such an amazing kid. “How can you say such disgusting things with such pretty lips?”

By the time I smiled bitterly without saying a word.

Druid Xanavas was talking to the fifth bird. Unlike small birds such as robins and snails that had appeared so far, the bird that appeared this time was a large eagle owl.

When the eagle owl left after filling its stomach, Xanabas sighed deeply and placed his hands on his knees. Communicating with birds must have been quite energy-consuming. His lover and colleague Siren quickly clung to him.

“Fortunately, it ended without incident.”

“I don’t know that yet, sir.”

Xanavas, who was coming towards us with support, shook his head.

“Predators in the wild don’t attack in obvious ways. “They take advantage of the weakened moment and launch a surprise attack.”

Ute Kwai, sitting by the campfire, poured thick liquid from a pot. It was wine boiled with honey and medicinal herbs.

“Drink.”

“Arkoun, Hatanka.”

Zui.

Xanavas, who was sitting on a tree trunk, was handed a bowl filled with wine and continued speaking.

“Still, the ruler who ruled this area is dead, so the forest will be noisy for a while.”

“Let’s hope that turf war will keep this peace.”

“you’re right.”

After a short conversation, the camp fell into silence. Except for the hooting of owls and unknown insects, the forest was very peaceful.

On the other hand, I was a little distressed. It was because of the gap between mind and body.

Having been awake for about six hours and fighting to the death with the ‘Wandering Troll Spurg’, I was quite mentally exhausted.

On the other hand, my body, which had sucked more than ten liters of Spurg’s blood, was more vibrant than ever. I was in excellent condition, as if I had soaked in a hot bath and woke up on a soft bed.

Actually, it wasn’t an unfamiliar experience. I’ve had similar experiences a few times since becoming Poynix.

It is said that a healthy mind resides in a healthy body, but that also has its limits. My mind has not yet reached the level of a monster.

The archer Kol and the swordsman Simos stood up from their seats and approached the Nudein warriors Agos and Muldae Buni, who were walking on a nearby hill.

Is it already the second time? I guess it’s wrong to fall asleep today.

“The forest is green and colored”

A small voice similar to humming. Atalanta with her eyes half closed sang her song.

“Budding■- blooming, like youth-”

It was a somewhat sad, yet pleasant song to listen to.

“When the leaves turn red and burn-”

The diligently crying grass bugs occasionally interrupted her song. Thanks to this, people who couldn’t sleep yet had to make an effort to listen.

“You look like a girl with colored cheeks”

Suddenly, Atalanta’s singing voice became clearer. Her voice didn’t get louder.

When Atalanta stopped singing, the silence of the forest revealed its bare face. I quietly tapped Ellen on the shoulder.

“Ellen.”

“Wake up, Ellen.”

At the sound of my voice, the quick-witted mercenaries woke up their colleagues. Atalanta held the ‘white thorn’ instead of the fire starter, and U Teqwai held the ‘maul of Slonhe’ instead of the ladle that stirred the pot.

“trunnion?”

“Hide behind Utequai. “Get ready to recite the spell.”

As I slowly stood up and looked, Ute Kwai quietly nodded.

Huh.

The hem of the clothes fluttered in the night wind.

My helmet, breastplate, and pauldrons became rags while fighting the boss troll, so all I had on were gauntlets, vambraces, and greaves.

As I walked toward the forest holding the shield I had leaned against the spruce tree, the mercenaries stood up in a hurry.

Leader Amias busily unwrapped the bandages on his arms and made hand signals. Mercenaries stood shoulder to shoulder with a bonfire on either side of him.

At that time, a large cloud obscured the full moon. Shadows fell everywhere, and dozens of pairs of eyes flashed white.

My keen senses determined their identity. They were wolves.

Crrrrr.

I put my hand on Hrunting’s pummel and walked towards where the sound came from. A particularly large silhouette caught my eye between the shadows.

The large silhouette climbed over the tree stump on all fours and stood on two feet on a small rock.

“••••••that.”

“It’s a werewolf.”

The clouds dispersed in the night wind, and the full moon appeared again. Thanks to this, a gray-haired werewolf with a thin waist and sleek muscles was revealed.

The guy standing up straight looked to be over 3 meters tall, and his face was full of scars. Thanks to this, I was able to find out his identity without difficulty.

Randomly named, ‘Scarface’.

Crumble.

When it made eye contact with me, it growled viciously. Just as I was about to pull out Hrunting, Xanavas approached me with urgent steps.

“Just a moment, Sir. “Can I have a conversation?”

“… … “Can you talk to a guy like that?”

“A little bit.”

Nodding his head, Xanabas looked at Scarface and made a sound that imitated that of a wolf.

Ureung.

“Aung, Aururu.”

It was quite funny, but no one made a sound. After a short conversation, Xanabas looked embarrassed.

“They are telling us to give up the trolls.”

“Trolls?”

“yes. “Now that they are the owners of the forest, it is their natural right.”

“You idiots. “You’re going to attack us even after seeing that we caught the trolls?”

“They probably used a cowardly move, so they think they have an advantage now.”

“what the.”

I scratched my eyebrows for a moment and continued.

“Ask them to take it. Instead, the head is not allowed. “Trolls score points based on cost.”

The beast’s conversation took place again, and Navas shook his head.

“I’m giving it all up. “The head and the blood that were stored separately.”

“… … Ha, that’s right.”

I slowly turned around, glanced at the party, and opened my mouth.

“Tell that guy.”

“yes? what,”

I pulled out the Hrunting and grinned.

“Fuck you.”

As soon as I finished speaking, Ellen stretched out her wand.

“Ex, pruin-eom!”

At the same time as the shout, the two frost picks hiding behind Utequwai were fired.

Ugh!

The werewolf dodged the ice sculpture that flew like a beam of light by jumping out of the way.

Quite quick movements. I chased after him and silently kicked the ground. The wolf Gan, who sensed my approach with his animal senses, showed his fangs.

The face looked like it was smiling, so I swung the Hrunting with a smile on my face. Scarface seemed to have no intention of dodging her sword and extended his sharp claws to meet her.

I guess I trust my fur. Well, a werewolf who receives Manwol’s protection cannot even be scratched by any weapon.

However, the Hrunting was not a decent weapon.

Write it down!

As the milky blade cut off his arm in an instant, Scarface’s mouth opened.

Caiang!

A human expression appeared on the beast’s face. I really liked that, so I hurriedly ran towards the guy who was walking backwards. Hrunting, whose white body was covered in werewolf blood, swung again.

There was a cheerful sound of flesh and bones splitting at once.

Kaek, wake up!

Scarface, who had lost both arms, was whimpering and stomping around on the floor like a male dog. Somehow, my excitement has waned.

“Stay still, you dog—no, you wolf cub.”

I stepped firmly on its back and grabbed its head. Then they cut the back of his neck and ripped off his head.

Tsutsutsu.

With a strange sound, Spacey, who had lost his head, collapsed. Then, as even the fur fell out in clumps, the werewolf was gone and only the body of a sturdy man remained.

“Hmm.”

My mind and body were roughly in balance.

I looked back at the wolves hiding in the shadows. The white eye lights were rapidly blinking.

I shouted playfully, lifting my hairless head.

“Eww J”

Dozens of wolves curled their tails noisily.

We stayed in the forest for two more days.

Both the troll and werewolf were dead, so there was no threat to us. Thanks to this, there hasn’t been a single battle in the past two days.

There was still plenty of food. I ate up all the white bread and fresh vegetables, but there was still enough salted pork and biscuits left.

In addition, there were three skilled hunters in the party. The three were Utequai, the druid Xanabas, and the Nudean warrior A Goth. When they went to the forest with a few young mercenaries, they would catch deer, bunting, rabbits, etc.

Ellen, who is a picky eater, brought plenty of spices, so we were able to enjoy a few sumptuous barbecues.

However, life in the forest was not perfect.

“I warn you in advance.” Ellen, carrying her clothes and bathing equipment, threatened her.

“If you steal it, I will kill you.”

“… … “There’s nothing to see, um.”

I cleared my throat, swallowing the stupid words that were about to come out unconsciously.

“Hmm. Be careful with the wing decoration. “When washing your ears, just sit somewhere and wash them.”

“Do you think I’m stupid? “Just watch the net.”

After saying that, Ellen flew up and went down the stream.

Camping in the forest was fun in its own way, but the only thing I was dissatisfied with was the water. There was a stream near the camp, but the babbling water was all we could do for drinking, washing our faces, and brushing our teeth.

In the meantime, Atalanta discovered a small pond down there.

It was a secret space created by a stream branching out of a valley and flowing through a dense forest. The water was so clear that the pebbles on the bottom were visible, which was impressive.

There was no way Ellen could stay still after hearing this news. He scolded me and said he would go take a bath right away, and thanks to that, I ended up in this situation where I was in trouble.

“Ugh. “I don’t even sweat because of the robe anyway.”

Even though I was grumbling like that, I came to my senses. Thanks to the ‘Dragon Slayer’s Seal’ and the ‘Four King’s Scale Belt’, my senses became sharper and I began to pick up on the signs around me.

Jagged leaves sway in the wind, birds kick tree branches, stream water hits the rocks, collars brush against skin… … . Complex cognitive processes are omitted, and what is called the sixth sense is known to be safe.

As Ellen carefully dipped her feet into the nail, an unnatural sound was heard.

“… … Atili ah?”

What emerged from the bushes was Atalanta, wearing light clothing and holding only a spear.

“What about El Wren?”

“I’m washing up.”

“Hmm.”

She nodded and sat down next to me.

“It’s hard to wait on that eccentric little boy.”

“I know. “Ah, my dear.”

When I joked, Atalanta let out a small laugh and frowned.

“what. “Are you admitting it?”

“You mean Ellen is a nerdy little girl? “I will decide.”

“Phew, not that.”

“then?”

Atalanta, who had been spinning around in silence, rested her chin on her raised knees and looked at me intently.

“You are such an amazing person.”

“Uh, me?”

“huh. “Sometimes he looks like a merchant, sometimes he looks like a mercenary, sometimes he looks like a simple farmer, and sometimes he just looks like a crazy person.”

I smiled.

“Isn’t it surprising that you say something like that to my face?”

“uh? I didn’t mean it in a bad way. “It meant that he didn’t have much of a ‘knightly’ feel.”

“Is that a compliment?”

“then. “Not being knightly is the best compliment I can give a knight.”

What was it like with the knights Atalanta experienced that made her say this?

Most of the articles I encountered were article-like in a positive sense. He was strong, brave, strong-willed, and knew how to protect the weak.

Well, there’s no need to argue with Atalanta.

I said with a quiet smile.

“Maybe it’s because I just became a knight.”

“I heard. “It’s been less than two months since you were ordained?”

Oh O ” sob

“That’s amazing too.”

“why?”

“Look at your face. Ever since I was a baby, I’ve been screaming ‘Mites!’ Instead of crying, ‘Take my sword!’ “I think he shouted.”

I burst out laughing at Atalanta’s exaggerated imitation.

“Hahaha, what is that?”

“It really looks like that? “It’s no joke.”

“Are you saying I’m not a knight?”

“That’s why it’s amazing. “My status and appearance are clearly unbecoming of a Ki-san and a Ki-san.”

“You shouldn’t judge people by their appearances, right?”

“How is that? The first thing you see is the outside. And I like your other things, but I like the way you look the most.”

Wow, another unexpected fastball. I just can’t come to my senses.

I swept under my nose for no reason and changed the topic.

“Um, but what is this scent?”

“What scent?”

“Every time you talk, it smells like flowers.”

“aha.”

Atalanta smiled and took out a ceramic bottle from her waist.

“It’s because of this.”

“… … alcohol? “That wasn’t the smell?”

Atalanta snapped her finger at my question.

“This is something different. “Do you think I go out drinking in broad daylight?”

“Then what is it?”

“It’s tea made from lilies. “It clears my mind. Would you like to drink it?”

“Is that okay?”

When I held out my hand, Atalanta smiled mischievously and hid the bottle. And then I took a sip of the tea.

“What are you doing-”

Atalanta got up and sat on my lap. Elastic legs wrapped around her waist, and long fingers wrapped around the back of her head and the nape of her neck.

“Now, wait a minute.”

Our lips met. Meat offal tickled my teeth and gums.

“O”

When I opened my mouth, fragrant tea rushed in along with the soft flesh.

gulp.

Indeed, lily flower tea had a sobering effect. Even after swallowing her tea, Atalanta’s tongue stayed in my mouth for a while.

“Huh.”

Atalanta let out a hot breath, licked her lips, and said.

“When will the bath end?”

My more sensitive senses gave me the answer.

“… … “There is still a long time left.”

“Good.”

Without even knowing which side went first, the two lips clashed violently.