The Berserker’s Second Playthrough in the Game - Chapter 249



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Episode 249 Simple counterattack (3)

Just a few seconds ago, I was trembling like an aspen tree.

After being pointed out by Kadim, Duncan became frozen in place as if it were a lie.

“… … .”

After seeing that, lawmakers with a reasonable perspective thought this.

Is the author really the ‘Savior of Untana’? It looks a lot more unsightly than I thought? There is no doubt about the capabilities of the ‘Demon Slayer’, but can someone who is so scared and trembled really be able to carry out such an important task? … .

But a few sharp-eyed and thoughtful members of Congress thought this way:

Indeed, the ‘Grim Reaper of the Silver Mirror Lake’… … He was trembling with anxiety, wondering if someone else would take the Archbishop’s head, but he immediately calmed down when he heard that he would be in charge. Although he may not be as strong as the ‘Demon Slayer’, he is a tough-hearted killer who looks quite different from his appearance… … .

… … Of course, neither side made the right decision.

There was no disagreement about Duncan being chosen to be part of the Archbishop’s assassination squad. However, it was a matter of interest who and how many others would be added. One council member cautiously asked Kadim about this.

The answer I got back was something I never expected.

“Didn’t I already tell you? What did you hear?”

“… … W, what are you saying?”

“That guy and me. This is the end for these two people. “There is no need to rush around in droves just to break off one branch of an old man.”

silence.

Goofy faces were displayed side by side in the conference room.

It was a composition that had its own unique advantages. As the number of people was small, the risk of detection was greatly reduced, and it was not a combination that had a significant decrease in power. Aren’t those two heroes who have already defeated ‘Decagram’? Everyone agreed with Enrico’s statement that the success or failure of this war depends on superhuman individuals.

But, but… … Anyway, I thought two people were too much.

Is it really possible to go all the way to the middle of enemy territory and assassinate the leader of the greatest power on the continent, the powerful figure in the empire who started the war on his own, and the archbishop favored by the God of Heaven? … .

“You said it wrong. “It’s not just two people.”

“W-Is that so too? If so, how many more people will go together… … .”

“One more person, that priestess is going too.”

Kadim pointed to a corner of the conference room, a woman he had never known existed. The shaman lowered her bandaged eyes and quietly stood in her place.

It was Yebril, the ‘shaman with blind eyes’.

““… … .””

The audience was speechless.

Even if you bring along a bunch of superhuman strongmen, it’s not enough, so why are you bringing along a blind person who can’t even see? Oh my God, Remillion, what kind of nonsense is this… .

Those concerns were dismissed by the party called.

“Lord Kadim said that this shaman is a descendant of a shaman who had the most magical powers in the past. “That ability was proven by helping General Goltaran protect the central front, so everyone, don’t worry unnecessarily.”

When Remillion vouched for his capabilities, the lawmakers’ criticism quickly subsided. However, not all questions disappeared.

“With all due respect, Your Majesty. But I still think that two, no, three, is too few in number. May I ask why you are not bringing along such outstanding figures as General Goltarran, Elder Wendigot, or me… ‘The Star Who Turned His Back on the Light’?”

“Don’t worry. They’ll be given other assignments.”

This time it was difficult to understand.

‘The Star Who Turned His Back on the Light’ is a key figure in the past for the Empire. He is well-versed in the geography of the Empire and the circumstances of the sect, so he is the most qualified person for this mission. In addition, he has disciples who are captivated by the Saints, so he will have a strong will to take on the mission…

As if the guess was not wrong, a glimpse of bitter regret passed through Hendark’s eyes. However, it was immediately dispelled by Remillion’s words that followed.

“Elder Wendigot, Lord Hendark, you will lead the wizards and soldiers to support General Goltharan and launch a full-scale offensive on the central front. So that the cowards of the Empire who have been stalling for time will come to their senses. And… …so that the enemy will not even notice the infiltration of Lord Khadim and his party.”

There was nothing better than a smoke screen operation to hide an important operation. No, Remillion’s instructions went one step further. The best smoke screen operation was no longer a smoke screen operation. The order was given to push the front line and invade the imperial territory, and to attack as aggressively as possible.

“Huh… … God Wendigot, I will risk my precious life and my brilliant knowledge to obey your commands… … .”

“In the name of Atala, I will ensure that those who serve the false light will never see the sun of tomorrow.”

‘Endless Storm’ grabbed his staff and expressed that he was feeling itchy for the first time in a while, while ‘Star with its Back to the Light’ also held his spear and had eyes burning with a fighting spirit. But others could not shake off their worries.

If this side goes that way, the other side will eventually mobilize asymmetric power as well. It’s unclear how they’ll stop Dekagram without a ‘demon slayer’.

Remillion had not forgotten and had made thorough preparations. He motioned to the rear and his aides came out pulling shiny wagons.

“These are treasures borrowed from the dragon. With this, not only the soldiers of the Disaster Corps, but also the magicians of the Magic Tower will have their power greatly increased.”

““… … !!””

Weapons made by dwarven craftsmen in the age of myth, magical tools forged by ancient wizards, and even treasures of unparalleled quality… … Those who recognized their value were all astounded, as if their eyes were popping out.

This was the very reason Remillion had come to the Great Forest. Armed with these, even the common cavalry would be no less powerful than the northern relic troopers heavily armed with dwarven relics, and the high-ranking magicians would be able to demonstrate abilities comparable to those of the Arch Paladins.

The leader’s resounding chant echoed throughout the hall.

“The time has come. It is time to repay the blood of our bloody brothers and condemn the archbishop who has deceived everyone with his fanaticism. Under the efforts of those of you who have great golden blood flowing through your veins, this war will surely end in our victory.”

““… … ””

“The name of the operation is… hmm… yeah. I guess it would be better to call it ‘brief counterattack’.”

The air gradually became hotter. Everyone’s head spun with a sense that something great and historic was happening.

The remaining issue was ‘time’. In order to increase the probability of success of the plan, the assassination team had to infiltrate as quickly as possible and be discovered as late as possible. I asked about the means of transportation and infiltration route that the lawmakers were planning.

Kadim answered dryly.

“I’m going to run.”

“… … what? “What did you just say?”

“I’m going to run. My friend and I covered the distance from the main forest to here in five days. “It would be much faster that way than riding something like a horse.”

“Oh, no… … that… … . So which way will you go for infiltration? Northern, central, southern, it will be difficult to avoid the enemy’s eyes on any side of the border now… … . However, going back to the northernmost or southernmost tip would take too much time… … .”

“The Forest of No Return.”

“… … !”

“There is a vast forest created by a demon at the bottom of the southern border. I passed through there when I escaped the Empire before. I killed the demon who created the forest then, but the forest has not disappeared, so it will still be a good way to avoid the eyes of the Empire.”

Kadim glanced at the legacy left behind by the devil. The ‘Hydra’s Tattoo’ has saved his life countless times.

For a moment, I was dumbfounded by the absurd experience. Lawmakers raised the last concern as if all they could do was worry.

“B, but if you leave the forest and reach the imperial territory, won’t you eventually be discovered by someone? For example, the lord who rules the land right in front of him… … .”

“Does not matter. “Just kill all the witnesses.”

“… … .”

That’s what he said, but in reality, it was a problem that could be solved without even seeing blood. Duncan, who noticed something, suddenly opened his eyes, and Kadim let out a light snort.

The lord who rules the forest in front of the forest from which there is no return is… … .

*

The long winter was over and spring was coming.

The cold wind that had been piercing my nose had died down. The chill rising from the frozen ground had subsided. As if bidding farewell to the departing General and welcoming the coming of spring, a middle-aged woman stood at the grave holding a dried flower.

It’s been almost a year since I ascended to the position of lord.

It was an especially difficult year for her.

Where should I say the story began? Yes… … Winter. It all started last winter, when the territory was attacked by hundreds of soldiers.

The leader of the raiding soldiers was a Viscount who ruled the area. Using false accusations as an excuse, he besieged the castle for four months and caused great suffering to the residents. If it weren’t for the efforts of a wandering mercenary and the sacrifice of her husband, the previous lord, this place might have gone down the path to destruction.

On a spring day when her husband had sacrificed his life, the woman inherited his legacy and became the new owner of the land. There were many trials and errors along the way, but after a harsh wind, like a grain of rice sprouting, she grew into a proper lord. After a desolate spring, a hot summer, and a simple fall, she looked forward to the next year when she would reap a more abundant harvest.

But once again, winter came, and the shadow of war steeped in fanaticism cast a dark cloud over the land that was barely beginning to sprout… … .

Delphina, the lord of Malden, looked grimly at the graveside.

“Spring has come, you.”

The footprints of people who had been left in front of the tombstones every day had become somewhat fainter. Only the black mourning flag dyed in ash was waving miserably.

“Spring has come again to Molden, your most cherished treasure, the place you cherished so much.”

I laid the dried flowers down under the tombstone. Between the mounds of dirt, the bulbs I had planted last year showed a hint of green. But the moment when these flowers would bloom seemed far away.

“But it doesn’t seem like spring has come. “It doesn’t feel like spring has come because the children aren’t running around and playing, the adults aren’t making a fuss, the flowers aren’t blooming, and I can’t hear your innocent laughter.”

Shadowy eyes looked around. The land, which had endured two harsh winters, had forgotten its rich past and was dry. On a street covered with hazy dark clouds, children who were scraping the frost off the wall boards bowed and disappeared.

“all… … It’s probably because I’m lacking. “I miss you a lot, you.”

After finishing such a lonely lament.

Delphina cast aside the stigma of being the ‘Devil Baron’ and turned away from her husband’s grave to honorably die as the ‘Baron of Molden’.

There was an empty atmosphere in the inner room as well. Except for the sparse remaining sentries and servants, there was no room for feeling unpopular. Due to the reduced number of shift workers and overload of work, heavy fatigue was accumulated on every person.

Still, they were in a better situation. All of the colleagues who once worked with them were taken to the battlefield.

Even when it was surrounded by the Viscount’s soldiers and suffering from famine, the Elgar Church did not even bother to look at Malden. However, as soon as the ‘holy war’ began, a summons was issued like a ghost, and soldiers and servants were conscripted by force. Thanks to this, less than half of the young people, who can be considered the core workforce, remain in Malden.

Of course, there was no compensation. It was a conscription carried out under the sacred banner of raising the glory of Elgar. No, rather than compensation, they took more supplies under the pretext of offerings.

Delphina entered the office with a heavy face. No sooner had she sat down than the owner of the house with wide eyes approached her.

“My lord, the food stored in the castle’s treasury is almost gone… … . The seeds to sow have not been recovered since they were stolen by someone last time, and even if there are seeds, there is a serious shortage of manpower to cultivate the fields… … .”

“… … “Have you received a reply to the letter you sent to Baron Sevar last time?”

“Yes, the situation seems similar there. “It is said that because there was nothing to eat, even his family members were starving and fell ill.”

“… … .”

“My lord, these words are truly presumptuous, but… … I wonder if it would be a good idea to contact Lady Adlen and ask for help from the imperial family somehow… … .”

Delphina clenched her fists.

Lady Adlen, the second daughter of Viscount Adlen, caught the eye of the 4th prince and had ties to the imperial family. Although she was currently weighed down by the power of the church, she was not the imperial family for nothing, so if she asked for help, she might receive meaningful support.

However, Delphina had never dared to do so until now. Adlen’s biological father, Viscount Adlen, was the one who invaded Molden and killed her husband. Furthermore, Viscount Adlen died here in the failed invasion, so she and Adlen could be considered mortal enemies.

‘But, but…’ … .’

There was nowhere else to turn for help. If we just left things alone, all the people in Yeongji would starve to death. Then, even my husband’s devotion to protect this land with his life would be in vain… … .

Eventually, the new Lord of Molden made a decision.

“Butler. Pick out the items left in the warehouse that are suitable for sending as gifts, and send a letter to Adele right away… … .”

But at the moment when he was about to give the order.

“Yes, my lord! Huh, huh… … my lord!”

A soldier suddenly came running in a hurry.

His forehead was covered in sweat, as if he had been running in a hurry. When I looked at him with questioning eyes, he immediately explained why he had entered the office without making a sound.

“Outside the castle, outside the castle, our honored guest has arrived, my lord! He just arrived just a moment ago… … .”

“Guest? Which guest? No one had notified you in advance… … .”

“Well, well, I think it would be better for you to go out and see for yourself! Oh, no, it would be better for you to properly dress up and greet him!”

The head deacon harshly reprimanded me for my presumptuous remonstrance. However, Delfina narrowed her eyebrows without saying a word. A guest so precious that they make such a fuss?

What the heck… what kind of guest are you?