Chapter 298 – Storm’s Envoy (8)
The stalkers looked around the camp, which was in disarray.
The view was transmitted to the command and control center monitor on the roof of the citadel building.
A navigation screen similar to the first-person perspective of a robot in movies such as Terminator was displayed.
A thin borderline appears on the mission object. Survivors are in green, dead infected are in black.
[Me… Eh…]
Those who haven’t died yet are naturally red.
There were more red lines left here and there in the camp than expected. This is because suppressive fire and assault were given priority in order to prioritize rescuing survivors.
[Crrrr (grrr-.]
[Kiyaaaaak-.]
None of them could stand properly, but they had enough strength to crawl up and bite their ankles.
Several harpooned walkers are crawling just a few meters in front of the survivors who have formed a square.
[Captain, are you crawling here?]
[… Stay still for now.]
The camp leader stopped his men who wanted to stab the bamboo spears.
I think it is a wise decision. No matter how much you saved my life, the world is too scary to welcome me with open arms and immediately say, ‘Thank you!’
It was not uncommon for a savior to turn into a predator.
Even my soldiers looked as scary as the infected and ate them.
[There are no deaths. There are 3 serious injuries and 11 minor injuries, but their lives are not in danger.]
The stalker at the scene reported after scanning.
So far, security robots have been mobilized to provide public service more than once or twice. I have the know-how on how to respond when I get cautioned even after helping.
[Post-processing protocol activated.]
Don’t try to convince us that we’re not suspicious people and that we’re here to help you, just do your job.
Take care of even the less dead ones, move the corpses out of the village and incinerate them, and throw away the first aid kits you have.
If you keep doing this, they will come up to you and say thank you.
[The confirmed kill begins.]
The stalkers carried guns on their backs and took out secondary weapons for close combat on their waists.
Morning Star.
A sturdy size that matches the large size of the robots. Each spike there was bigger than a person’s thumb.
The survivors’ eyes widened when they saw that bloody blunt object.
[Okay, are you done?]
The door of a nearby small container opened slightly, and a frightened voice was heard.
These were women and children who appeared to have been evacuated just before the battle.
The eyes of the giant robots holding the Morning Star turned to the container.
[Go in! Don’t come out!]
The camp leader shouted urgently, and the door was immediately slammed.
Kwasik!
Either way, the stalkers started walking around and brandishing the Morning Star.
Pump!
It is kinetic energy created by adding the weight of a lump of iron to the strength of a stalker. There was no skull to support it as it was concentrated on a thumb-sized spike.
[Oh, my God.]
[Wow!]
It is not a military knife in modern warfare that uses guns and bombs, so you may call it a Morning Star, but it is surprisingly practical.
The enormous strength expressed by the artificial muscles of the Stalker series places a huge burden on close-range weapons.
No matter how well-made a knife was, it often broke when used by stalkers, and the skull was much harder than expected, so there were many times when it could not deliver effective hits.
You can’t always target vital areas such as the spinal cord, eyes, or heart at the back of the neck.
So even if you swing it wildly, it won’t break, it can cause a huge impact, and you can inflict a penetrating wound no matter where you swing it without having to adjust the direction!
For Stalker, the Morning Star was the best close-quarters weapon.
[Check priority processing target.]
The screen that was moving around smoothly and taking pictures of the infected head suddenly flew away.
Toward something fluttering in the sea of mountain blood around the barricade.
“Lamprey…”
It was a gray-white monster that resembled a lamprey eel. I unconsciously covered my mouth at the disgusting sight that made me cringe just by looking at it.
The morning star hits the guy trying to escape by swimming in a puddle of blood.
Although no gun was fired, an explosion was heard and puddles of blood flew everywhere.
Lamprey leapt with all his might at the last moment, but Stalker’s attack was faster.
[Keeeee…]
A first-person video captured him twisting his body around as he was caught by one of Morning Star’s spikes. This is also more convenient than a knife.
[Oh, fuck that!]
Lamprey’s notoriety was also famous among Japanese survivors, and I immediately heard curses.
Stalker hit the Morning Star towards the fluttering lamprey toward the ground.
With the sound of a water balloon bursting, the shattered pieces of meat were scattered in all directions.
[Kkieeeee-…]
Kwasik!
As the silent execution continued, the gaze of the camp people changed in real time.
The eyes that had been filled with astonishment, fear, and doubt changed to excitement, satisfaction, and gratitude.
As the last remaining infectious agent died, only green and black borders were visible in the camp.
[Purification work begins.]
The stalkers wore Morning Stars on their waists and began moving infected bodies.
He held one corpse in each hand and went to the outskirts of the village, then rotated the entire body 360 degrees and threw it away.
As centrifugal force and the incredible power of artificial muscles were added, the corpses flew dozens of meters and were piled up in one place.
Hercules grabbed Juggernaut by both ankles and dragged him on his shoulders.
The sight of a large figure being dragged with its arms hanging down and its broken head making a furrow in the ground made the camp survivors laugh.
Now it doesn’t seem like a nightmare that was driving their village to destruction.
[We will help too.]
As the subordinates spoke, the camp leader thought carefully and nodded.
Now the wariness toward unfamiliar saviors has disappeared.
* * *
[Thank you so much.]
The camp leader on the screen bowed his head and greeted me.
Behind him, hidden women and children were embracing the men who had participated in the battle.
“Captain. “Please tell me the first aid kit you brought.”
[Roger.]
The dispatched stalker commander handed three white-wrapped first aid kits to the camp leader.
This military-spec Shelter product is a top-of-the-line and popular commercial product that cannot be sold in Korea.
[My life was saved, so how can I thank you for this grace?]
The camp leader, holding three stacks of first aid kits in both hands, cried.
In today’s world, public service and altruism have disappeared. I had forgotten for so long that the feeling of being protected by someone was so good.
[A supply base of this size will have a mechanical engineer. Is that correct?]
[Yes! There is an electrician.]
The camp leader sharply answered Commander Stalker’s question.
[We want to create as many relay bases outside our territory as possible. This is for smooth communication and navigation. We will install a transceiver here, so please take care of future maintenance. We will continue to provide reasonable cases.]
[No problem! We’ll do it for free!]
[We do not accept freebies.]
[I see.]
The camp leader, who had been shy, soon heard voices looking for him from all directions.
Collapsed barricades, blood and flesh everywhere, damaged facilities and buildings.
There were more than one or two things that needed to be addressed in the aftermath of the battle.
[Mission completed. Will you return?]
When the installation of the transceiver was completed, Commander Stalker asked.
Before I knew it, children with sparkling eyes were slowly approaching the robot soldiers.
“Okay. I had a hard time. Come back.”
After the children’s wistful exclamations, only the sound of the wind blowing was heard from the screen.
* * *
“Now, the transmitter-receiver hypothesis is not particularly disappointing.”
Artemis sat on the bed and crossed her legs.
“…”
It was really nice to see her dressed up with care as she was waited on before being invited to dinner.
The evening dress had a bluish tint and was decorated with gold leaf here and there.
A gorgeous silver necklace falls like a waterfall over her pure white cleavage and collarbone.
Her hair, styled up like a new bride, has a golden hairpin at the back and a ribbon reminiscent of coral at the front.
Silver and gold. Using only the two noble colors that symbolize Artemis, it brings out a simple yet brilliant beauty.
“Well, I have no intention of discouraging a man who does good work. “I respect the spirit of support for the people as a soldier.”
“I can’t ignore people dying as far as I can see.”
“Okay. It looks like the news reached Chairman Seonam’s ears as well. After a while, at dinner time, I’ll be thanking you in a way that makes me feel awkward? “If you didn’t protect him, he would ultimately be responsible for the massacre.”
“It seems like a village that lives independently and is not affiliated with the Seonamhoe?”
“Even so, it does not mean that there is no responsibility for protection. That’s Kyushu. They chose it as their main business partner because such local characteristics serve as evidence of trust. It’s not just because it’s close.”
The maids had already neatly organized the numerous luggage that had been lying around.
Artemis’ clothes, which make up half of the total luggage, are hung on improvised hangers and placed neatly here and there.
“You’re not planning on wearing all of those, are you?”
“Of course. Still, you have to be fully prepared for various situations.”
On one side, numerous types of jewelry and accessories are piled up.
Even considering that the value of precious metals has fallen significantly these days, it was enough for a large warlord to survive for several years.
“You’re still pretty, but aren’t you putting too much effort into it?”
“Well.”
What was astounding was that there was no arrogance on Artemis’ face. She just quietly looks down at her voluptuous and beautiful body.
“Excellent subordinate, great achievement, beautiful woman.”
Artemis straightened her thumb, index finger, and middle finger in turn.
Unlike humans, she has extensor muscles evenly connected to all of her fingers, so she can even hold her middle finger upright.
“These are three elements that prove the company’s value to everyone. The first two are undoubtedly abundant for you. The iron army that supports you is like a storm, and everyone in this world has benefited from your journey.”
“The third one is about you, Artemis?”
“Okay.”
Artemis stared at me.
“I’ve always been confident about my beauty, but now I don’t know. “I wonder if I can become the flower of mist that will cover your great achievements.”
“Oh my, you’re so worried.”
She sat down next to her and hugged her exposed shoulders.
Soft and smooth skin makes you feel at ease whenever you touch it.
I gently grabbed her chin and turned her towards me. The beauty that makes you feel happy every time you see her is right in front of you.
“Look at those lips that only seem to emit this scent. If Dionysus had been a woman, she would have kissed the fountain with these lips and brewed wine.”
“You sound rude.”
“Isn’t that what you wanted?”
“No?”
Even if it wasn’t said in words, the golden eyes contained a wish to continue.
“The long, thin neck sometimes makes me want to bite like a wild animal. But for some reason, it seems like feathers are coming out of your neck instead of blood.”
I am! He made a sound and bit her neck with his lips.
“It tickles!”
“What about these delicate fingers? The path, the shape, the texture, each one of them is enough to become an object of idolatry.”
I held her hand as if escorting her. And I kissed the sparkling ring.
“A straight nose, straight forehead, and cheeks like snow. There is nothing that is not the best. Although it has a human appearance, it is said to be a beauty that humans can never achieve. So no one but you will be able to stand alongside my armies and achievements. I, the owner, guarantee it.”
My praise lasted for several minutes.
“This is enough. “Stop it.”
Until Artemis, whose ears were red, slapped his hand.
“…”
“…”
“Oh, you guys were there too. “I’m sorry.”
Black and pink stood in the corner like a sack of barley.
“Oh, no! “Don’t worry about us.”
“It’s such an honor to be able to see the two of you in good shape!”
The two of them waved their hands furiously with embarrassed faces.
And at just the right time, there was a knock on the door.
“Excuse me. “I came with orders to meet the manager and his wife.”
A polite voice was heard from beyond the ornate door.
It was time for a dinner party invited by Chairman Seonam.
