Paladin of the Dead God - Chapter 90



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Episode 90. Night of the Dead (3)

Isaac didn’t know why the Immortal Church kept dreaming of killing him. And he also wonders why he is the old man in the yellow suit.

‘I guess nameless chaos won’t be fucking with me now, maybe…’ … .’

Isaac remembered the book about the nameless bug. The moment he made it, Isaac was connected to a different world for a moment, and the aftermath seemed to affect him.

If they attacked like the Night Stalker did, I would have been able to cut them down or eat them, but it was mentally painful to only have nightmares. However, since it was something I couldn’t comfortably discuss with anyone, I had no choice but to keep it inside.

It was still dark blue dawn outside.

Isaac felt like he couldn’t sleep again, so he went out.

The Isacrea territory seen from the top of the castle wall was quiet. The sight of Youngji starting to change made Isaac feel somewhat satisfied. However, it was an unexpected person who interrupted Isaac’s leisurely early morning walk.

“Do you want me to help you?”

Isaac asked, looking at Aidan hanging on the edge of the castle wall.

“Holy Grail Knight. Nice to meet you.”

Aidan answered with an awkward expression. Before he could finish his sentence, Isaac grabbed his hand and pulled it up with all his strength. He did not want to cause the Salt Council envoy who had come so long ago to fall to his death.

“Why were you climbing the castle wall this early in the morning? “What I need is a connection to the furnace master, not the corpse of the Salt Council.”

“This can go up. I was just taken aback when I suddenly bumped into Isaac. And security is lax during this time… … Actually, I was just trying to visit Isaac again secretly.”

“Secretly?”

“The brazier master gave permission to meet. “But they said there was a condition.”

“What are the conditions?”

“Of course it is a condition that can be requested. “I am asking you to protect the furnace craftsman while he is staying in the territory.”

Isaac narrowed his eyes. As Aidan said, it was a natural request.

Because of the brazier craftsman’s incredible ability, there are countless people or forces targeting him. This is especially true for furnace craftsmen who have come to the continent.

Isaac had no intention of letting go of the brazier that was in his hands, so of course he intended to protect it, but depending on who was targeting the brazier, it could be a cheap condition or an expensive one.

“Who is chasing the furnace master?”

“If you are thinking of refusing after hearing the conditions, it is difficult. “It’s difficult for me to talk comfortably because I’m also being chased.”

Aidan’s face was tired. He had been climbing the castle wall since dawn, and he must have been trying to avoid his pursuers.

Isaac noticed that things weren’t going too well for the brazier and Aidan. He’s acting strong now, but if Isaac doesn’t protect him right away, he’ll be in trouble.

“It would be difficult if we had to confront the Code of Light.”

If nothing else, it was just as difficult for Isaac. Because we cannot live in the Baekje Kingdom by turning the Code of Light into an enemy. Aidan shook his head.

“It is not the Code of Light.”

“Hmm, if you are a brazier craftsman, you will have many people to ask for protection, so why not?”

“I believe in Isaac’s reputation and trust… … “Isn’t it true?”

Aidan smiled vaguely and answered. Isaac read Aidan’s inner thoughts.

As a member of the Salt Council, it was not a lie to say that I believed in Isaac’s reputation and trust. It was only part of it. Rather, I thought it was a high praise for Isaac’s open attitude, rumors about the noble Grail Knight, and his ability to fight against angels.

‘Do you need enough strength to fight against an angel? ‘Who on earth are you chasing?’

Isaac activated the Eye of Chaos and tried to look into Aidan’s mind. However, Salt Council believers were not good at lying, but were good at hiding their deep feelings.

Others may have been fooled.

But Isaacman could feel the convenience.

Darkness, white bones, chill.

Isaac clenched his fists without realizing it. His fingertips were numb from the sudden chill.

Aidan was startled by Isaac’s sudden change in momentum and took a step back. Isaac guessed the identity of those pursuing the furnace craftsman. I don’t know how they got to the Gertonian Empire, but I don’t think their appearance was a coincidence.

“good. “Bring the brazier.”

Isaac’s attention turned from the furnace master to those who were targeting him.

With a side of rich life.

***

‘Is today the one month anniversary we promised?’

In the evening, Isolde was going to the main hall to look for Isaac. However, what she wanted to say was not, ‘Why didn’t you show her miracle like you promised?’ It was her suggestion that her period could be extended. And I was planning to leave the deadline unlimited.

To be honest, Isolde felt that Isaac’s operation of the estate was some kind of miracle.

‘Honestly, I thought it would be great just to maintain the status quo.’

No one expected Isaac to be the lord’s vessel. Isaac is the one who wields his sword, not the one who handles the administration.

However, the Isacrea territory was changing day by day.

This doesn’t mean that Isaac’s ability to manage the estate is amazing. In terms of the ability to manage the territory itself, Lehart was better when it came to farmland, and Catlin was better when it came to commerce and logistics.

However, what overwhelmed them was Isaac’s insight, ability to agitate people, and a progressive attitude that was difficult to find in the upper class such as the religious order.

In fact, these three were important virtues that a leader must have.

Isolde could tell because she was taking a step back and observing the changes in the territory, but everyone in the territory was following Isaac, almost as if they were possessed. It was also because of this overwhelming charisma that Yeongji underwent dramatic changes.

Even the priests and paladins dispatched from the church were following Isaac. Even though they were powerful enough to exorcise angels, their deep faith seemed abnormal.

‘Isaac does have a strong charm.’

It is different from rational attractiveness or appearance.

The desire to trust and follow flowed from his tone of voice, vocabulary, and attitude, in everything.

I couldn’t figure out how a paladin who had just become an adult could have this side. Isaac seemed to have confidence and belief that his actions were natural, and his mysterious abilities and charm supported that belief. Even Isolde was shaken by the urge to follow him.

What kept her from such impulses was her position as an Inquisitor and the anti-clerical remarks that Isaac made from time to time.

‘It’s clear that Isaac doesn’t like the church very much. But the denomination is not the code of light… … ‘It can’t be called heresy yet.’

Isaac sometimes came up with unconventional interpretations of doctrine, which embarrassed her. Her interpretation of the doctrine could easily lead to her being accused of heresy if she made a mistake, so she was quite worried, but because she felt that her interpretation contained good intentions and justice, she did her best to avoid her malicious interpretation.

In fact, this interpretation was possible because she was not a complete Inquisitor.

‘Father… … Did you make me an Inquisitor with this situation in mind?’

Isolde thought of her father. He may not be said to be a kind father, but he is not a cold-blooded father either.

He taught Isolde to maintain her own control even while forcing her into the position of Inquisitor.

Thanks to this, Isolde was able to carry out her mission without being affected by fanaticism. Although it was a move that was far from his career, Isolde vaguely read his father’s intentions.

Paradoxically, it is highly likely that the Inquisitors will go to those who are likely to criticize the old members of the corrupt church.

***

“Hurry!”

“What about oil? Prepare boiled water and bandages!”

The central hall was filled with unexpected commotion. Isolde was embarrassed as she saw people moving around in a hurry. Paladins, soldiers, and officials were already gathered and making a fuss.

“What’s going on?”

Isolde grabbed one of the agitated officials and asked.

The official was shocked when he saw Isolde. She was puzzled by the official’s reaction, but she did not show it.

The official hesitated before opening his mouth.

“Paladin Werner returned from visiting poachers. “He went to the slash-and-burn village to warn them not to encroach on the lord’s private land, but he did not find any residents and only found traces of blood.”

“Bloodstains?”

“yes. It’s a large amount of blood that looks like it’s from more than one or two people, but there’s no body… … .”

Isolde’s face hardened as she realized what the official was implying.

attack. A large amount of blood stains. A village without bodies. This is something that often happens in the outskirts.

‘Conscription’ of the Black Empire.

He could also understand why the official was scared when he saw him.

Although this is the outskirts of the White Empire, it is the territory of the Gertonia Empire, quite far from the Black Empire. It would not have been normal for the Immortal Church’s conscription to occur in a place like this.

At that time, I saw Isaac walking in with a stern expression. He seemed to have dressed up immediately after receiving the report, and was heavily armed with armor except for his head.

“Tell Mercenary Captain Jacquelet to scout around the territory immediately. The number of patrols must be at least 10, and be sure to bring paladins with you. “Priests, please bless the walls.”

In addition, Isaac gave the necessary instructions in detail, including measures to protect the residents and strategies for the city. But before he could finish his instructions, Isaac raised his eyes and turned his head to the northwest.

Belatedly, Isolde, the priests, and the paladins also turned their heads in the direction he saw.

Ordinary officials were just embarrassed by the cold energy that did not suit the season, but those in the priesthood were different. Because I knew the meaning of this stinging chill.

Isolde’s complexion turned pale due to the powerful energy.

‘At this level, at least at the level of a bishop… … ?’

The fact that the cold was revealed instead of hiding it on purpose was meant as a declaration of war or a warning to retreat on one’s own. But no one here seemed to have any intention of stepping down.

In particular, Isaac just calmly burned his fighting spirit as if he had anticipated this situation.

It was then. Someone urgently ran into the central hall.

“My lord! On the bridge side, an unknown group attacked the merchant who was coming to the village! “Traders immediately asked for help.”

“i get it. as soon as… … .”

Isaac started to move immediately but then stopped. Belatedly, the Paladins were embarrassed as they reflected on the report they had just heard.

“If it’s a bridge, isn’t it to the southeast? There… … .”

It was the exact opposite of the direction from which the strong chill was felt. Isaac and Isolde realized the hidden message of the sender of this chill. It meant that if you don’t want to break it, don’t get involved. The power of the one who sent the chill was not small, so if Isaac left the monastery to rescue his merchants, the territory could be attacked.

In an awkward moment, Isolde reflexively opened her mouth.

“I’m going to the bridge. Holy Grail Knight, protect the residents.”