Chapter 160 – 36. Gray. (4)
Appearance of the devil.
It was a little earlier than expected, so Allen was a little puzzled. But it wasn’t a very improbable thing, so Allen wondered how it got here.
What is certain is that it is not through the gates of hell. First of all, securing that amount of sacrifices itself is not usually difficult, and that will happen at least after Chapter 4.
But it wasn’t like a demon that came up from the end of the world. The four people who opened the door are already guarding it.
Then there is only one thing left.
… It’s Kanglim….
Advent through the spirit body—-.
Technically, it was half a demon. It’s because the demon’s reality hasn’t completely passed over.
However, it was not simply a minion that received only the energy of the devil, but the devil itself. … A devil is a devil, even if it is only half.
To be honest, whether or not the demon appeared had nothing to do with Allen. It’s not like someone is giving money to come and fix it.
…… However, it was none other than the South that appeared. After all, it was Allen’s homeland.
Where his family lives… !
If we leave him alone, the South will undoubtedly become a mess. Even just looking at the situation of the necromancer in the west right now, it was so upsetting, but the devil is so great.
Furthermore, the South had the lowest level of mercenary business among the four regions in the East, West, South, and North. This time, a number of mercenaries were transferred to the south due to the peace agreement in the east, but that did not lead to a rapid level improvement. …… The heretic who descended the devil probably knew that and set the southern destination as his destination.
Allen was a little worried. It is an ambiguous situation to go or not to go. If he moves once, he will definitely lose money financially. …… But.
I have to go.
No matter how good money was, he couldn’t abandon his family for money.
Money can be earned again at any time, but people cannot be caught if they miss it.
Having made that decision, Allen solemnly declared to his men to go south.
“Maybe you will fight the devil. So, everyone, take heart.”
Of course, they willingly followed the command of the sky-like lord. It was the trust and faith that came from going through hardships and adversity together.
Decided to leave for the South, the very next day. Allen notified the fact to the viola Danju. They say that they are leaving to defeat the demons that have appeared in their homeland.
“…… Is that so.”
“If I leave this time, I won’t see you for over half a year.”
“Is there any need for support?”
“It’s okay.”
In fact, Allen also had a desire to get some help from the viola sophomore, but eventually gave up. If something happened to her, what kind of face would she look at her?
Anyway, this was all because of his personal circumstances. You can’t expect excessive help from others with that.
However, even the viola Danju could not send him back empty-handed, so he gave him a small amount of money. That’s about five hundred gold coins. He didn’t even reject that.
“Please, I will pray to see you again in good health.”
“I will pray that way too.”
And the two men and women broke up.
· · ·
Three days after deciding to leave for the South.
Allen-Mercenary Corps left Vermandois in a wagon early in the morning. It was about two months after returning to Vermandois from the capital.
Allen’s state of mind as he looked at the city getting farther and farther away was quite complicated. …… But it wasn’t hopeless. Unlike before, he now has the strength to overcome this difficulty.
We have grown Incomparable to before… !
Natasha, a gum milk tester who developed differently day by day while being taught directly by the sword emperor.
The magician Elena, who opened the door of mana and approached the realm of the archmage.
And even the blind saint Odunun, who felt the rapid growth of the two women and had a sense of competition.
Not only those three, but also the other crew members, their stats rose considerably during that time. There are so many experiences!
Allen could now take pride in being one of the top ten mercenaries no matter where he went. … You can probably count them on one hand in the South.
Whoa.
He let out a long sigh and closed his eyes.
Now, only the trembling sensation stimulated him in the dark.
The Allen-Mercenary Corps passed through the Iron Fortress of Karlstadt, passed through the Rüttenbeck Gorge, and arrived at Laplace, a large city in the east. After spending two days there, go south again.
And finally arrived at Levala, a trading city in the south. South from here.
Rumors of the appearance of demons have already spread throughout the city. Especially since it was a trading city, the speed of information delivery was incredible.
According to rumors, it seems that two cities have already been wiped out by the devil.
– They say the whole world has turned gray!
Gray?
Hearing about gray for the first time, Allen immediately inferred the identity of the devil.
Ash demon, Famalius—-.
He commands subordinates called soldiers of ashes, and it was estimated that a considerable amount had accumulated through the two cities. Necromancers had the restriction of having a corpse, but they could be made into subordinates as long as they had ashes left from burning, whether living or inanimate. In addition, unlike the necromancer, who is weak in sunlight, he created a space called the realm of ashes, so there was no such time constraint.
However, the most terrifying thing above all else was not the position of the servant who borrowed black mana, but the subject who created it himself. In other words, the class is completely different from the necromancer, who has a limit of what he can do.
If it’s almost the only weakness, it’s definitely holy power. However, it was unclear how effectively he could use it against him.
Anyway, having clearly grasped the identity of the devil, Allen left the trading city and headed for his hometown, Berher. Of course, this isn’t our destination, but we should check the atmosphere of the city before we go.
The Allen-Mercenary Corps encountered refugees moving north several times as they moved south. Of course, when there are more refugees, there will be more thieves.
Allen didn’t go out and subdue those guys one by one, but once he attacked them, he decapitated them all without mercy. Even if it’s a young guy.
Berher, the hometown that arrived after so many twists and turns.
Although this place was still quite far from the Witchbeast, it was still not free from the horrors sweeping the south. The atmosphere was so bloody that the security guards roamed the city from time to time.
Allen went to the Countess first. He was the sudden appearance of the mercenaries, but of course he was not allowed to pass. In this great crisis, it is clear to anyone that it is beneficial to have at least one more hand to open.
After a while, a group of guides came out to greet them. The crew were guided directly to their lodgings, while Allen Danju and the old dog Kalisman were guided to the Countess’s castle.
It was Charlotte who greeted them in the drawing room.
Showing off a little more maturity than before, she seemed a little surprised to see Allen who suddenly came without warning. … And there was a relief that could not be hidden in it.
“Long time no see.”
“Okay.”
“What are you doing here?”
“I heard rumors that demons have appeared in the South. …… I came because I was worried about my hometown.”
Oh
At that word, Charlotte felt an unknown and strange feeling from Allen.
I wonder if this man had a side like this….
“I’m glad you’re still okay.”
“…… Not yet, yes.”
“Are you hiring mercenaries?”
When she asked, a sigh escaped from Charlotte’s mouth.
“Now the seeds of the mercenaries have dried up. Everyone who had at least moved on to the big city.”
Allen understood the situation.
… To be honest, I have to. What do you believe and entrust yourself to such an insignificant middle city? Otherwise, he would have to give him a large amount of money that he couldn’t refuse, but it’s not easy from the lord’s point of view.
“…… And, my father, now his mobility is inconvenient. He passed out not too long ago, and he barely came to his senses.”
“You mean His Excellency the Count?”
“Yes. … You are old.”
It was a pity.
In a chaotic situation internally, with her external enemy appearing, Charlotte must be on the verge of breaking her goal.
She was silent for a moment.
Charlotte, who peeked at Allen’s thoughtful face and wiggled her fingers, opened her mouth again cautiously.
“You came… , To be honest, I was a little relieved. Right now, things are really bad.”
He was speechless She laughed awkwardly when she realized that the atmosphere had become too heavy.
“Have you been holding on to the tired man for too long? Go and get some rest Let me know if you need anything. As long as I can, I will provide anything.”
“…… Okay. Thank you for your hospitality.”
The two parted with a light handshake.
Allen left the inner sanctum without going that way to her quarters. She asked if she had only Callis. Where was she going? … Then Danju looked back at her old dog and smiled lightly.
“I will know when I go.”
He walked a little familiar road.
A familiar street, a familiar signboard, and a familiar person caught his gaze. …… And in front of which building he arrived.
Top of the formwell.
The name Pomwell flashed in Kalisman’s eyes. He knows very well that Allen’s last name is Pomwell.
Allen paused at the door and went inside. Then she saw the staff busily coming and going.
“Bocchan-!”
An employee who recognized Danju jumped up. Of course, the top was in an uproar. Employees stopped what they were doing and rushed in.
In the image of Allen walking down the hallway with his long muffler fluttering like a cloak, he could no longer find the image of the crazy boy. Now he has returned home as a full-fledged adult.
And when he arrived in front of Sangjuju’s office, he knocked on the door and announced that Allen Danju had come.
– Wait.
Seeing his father’s unchanging appearance, his son smiled and waited at the door.
After waiting for so long, permission was given to come in.
Even though the son returned after a long time, the father did not give a glance and focused only on the paperwork on the desk.
However, contrary to his busy gaze, Baron Pomwell’s hand did not move. …… Seeing this, Allen smiled lightly.
“Father.”
Allen’s call.
Only then did Baron Pomwell slowly raise his head.
My son bowed deeply and greeted me.
“So far, have you been in good health?”
Father and son,
They reunited after almost 5 years.
