Chapter 238 – 55. The Real Sword. (2)
After defeating the Imoogi, the subjugation went smoothly.
A little over a year after starting the work, they finally passed through the gorge and set foot on the southern land.
– Wow.
Now, if it was a monster, the mercenaries, who were sick of even the dung dregs, burst into cheers as they threw down weapons that seemed like their own lives.
The moment when the long and long mission finally came to an end.
Honestly, at this point, even Allen wants to get away from these loathsome mountains like a chimney, but what about the others?
There was still a little more road work left, but it was likely to be completed with an additional investment of three or three days.
“Good work everyone, really.”
Allen patted the crew members on the shoulders and encouraged them with emotion.
They did a really damn good job. What should have taken two years to do originally has been reduced by almost half, so it is possible to roughly estimate the extent of their hard work.
However, Allen never thought these thirteen months of labor wasted. The benefits he would gain by drilling this gorge would probably be beyond imagination. To be honest, I had no idea how much he would earn either.
Thousands of gold coins? Thousand units? … No. Maybe 100,000 units are enough left.
It wouldn’t be strange to say that I really live in a city.
Of course, Allen also invested tens of thousands of gold coins in this work. As much as he would literally be an empty hustler if he failed, it was clearly not something anyone could do.
A job that requires money, connections, skills, guts, and even luck.
Considering all of that, it wasn’t too much to get paid that much.
“You have worked hard, Your Highness.”
“No. You suffered more than I did.”
Even Lord Murloc was thrilled. No, everyone here was thrilled and thrilled.
Allen went to each of the mercenaries who were sitting on the floor and shook hands with everyone. Even the porters and workers together.
He did not know that this one handshake was worth more than ten hundred gold coins. Rather, since the money ghost was a man crazy about money, he also took special care of his personal connections and reputation. Because he knows that in the end, all of that will come back to him as a monetary benefit.
The mercenaries saw Allen and realized that being in the top 10 wasn’t simply determined by how strong they were. Even though he was crazy about money, it was clear that Allen was a model for many mercenaries.
Through this incident, Lord Murloc confirmed that his eyes were not mistaken. Not only that, but Agnes, the niece of the Duke of Murloc, also learned that Allen Danju was a really nice person.
He was respectable as a sobriety, reliable as a colleague, and good enough as a man.
The first impression was obviously not very good, but the feelings gradually softened and now I felt good enough. … I feel like I know why my uncle likes it so much.
Anyway.
After finishing the road construction, the group returned to the base through the paved road.
They had a big dinner with the remaining alcohol and food at the base, rested for another day, and headed to the small town of Yommol the next day.
The crowd unpacked at Yom Mol. Since the accumulated fatigue is not easy, we will rest here for about a week and then go our separate ways.
Of course, the mercenary corps employment cost was not delayed and all calculations were completed neatly. Now, they have nothing to do with each other, but after being together for over a year, they seem to be regretful that they left as they are.
However, once the work was done, Allen no longer had any attachment to them. Just having Rick Danju is enough.
Fortunately, he seemed to have a lot of heart for Allen Danju through this incident.
And, early morning on the third day in the small town of Yommol.
Rick, a lucky man, came to Allen who was leisurely drinking tea after the meal. … With an expression of determination.
… Looks like you’ve finally made up your mind…
Allen greeted him warmly, like his brother.
“Oh, Rick. Good morning.”
“Yes, brother, did you sleep well too?”
“I slept well too.”
In private, the two were older brothers.
“A cup of tea?”
“No, thanks. Write me some.”
“… I don’t even use it much. I have tasted less bitterness in life.”
“Ah, I’ve been through enough.”
“To me, he’s still a kid.”
“What kind of guy is not a kid to my brother?”
The two of them laughed.
Then, as her laughter faded, Allen’s eyes darkened.
“Okay… , What is the real reason why my younger brother appeared all this way?”
“… Did you notice?”
“I know when I pretend.”
… Rick felt a chill down his spine whenever this happened. Because he feels like his insides are showing him.
“Unity, I mean…”
“Hmm.”
“I will go in.”
“I get it.”
That’s it.
It was a decision that was made after much thought, but the reaction of the other party was so boring that Rick lost steam.
“… Is that the end?”
“Then, shall we sing a song?”
“You are too much. I was really worried.”
“Originally, life is meaningless.”
“You’ve gone too far, haven’t you?”
“Mercenary or life, that’s it dude.”
Allen erased her mischief, smiled kindly, and held out her hand for a handshake.
“It’s a good decision. Please do well in the future.”
“… Rather, I wish you well, Lord Allen.”
The two hands touched each other warmly.
Lucky Rick-The mercenary corps became the third mercenary corps to join the Allen Union.
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Ha-.
The subjugation work was all over, but Agnes’s sighs sank as if the ground was about to disappear, holding on to her worries.
Natasha, who had been her only friend since the Dalian half a year ago, heard her friend sigh and lightly touched her arm.
“What is your sigh?”
“… Just. I wonder what love is…”
Natasha’s eyes widened at her sudden remark. It was the first time Agnes ever uttered the word love.
“Is there anyone you like?”
“No, not really. Just.”
“Are you curious?”
“… Well, a little…”
She had long decided not to marry, but since her uncle often talked about marriage, she couldn’t help but think about it.
In the past, I had erased marriage itself from my mind, but… , I don’t hate Allen sober now.
But what kind of feeling it was, she didn’t know. It was clear that she had feelings for a man for the first time, but it was a little vague to call it love. Maybe it’s closer to respect than love.
“What is love… It’s the hardest question in the world. But, it’s a worthwhile question!”
“You know?”
“Know.”
“What?”
“I keep thinking of you, wanting to see you, wanting to do anything for you.”
Agnes furrowed her brow.
“I don’t think that has anything to do with the sword.”
“What do you think is the essence of life?”
“Well. Do I have to wield the sword while examining the essence? … I don’t know yet.”
“I used to think like you. I wasn’t interested in anything in the world. I gave my life only to the sword. … But, that wasn’t the answer. Take a step back, Agnes. I’m not forcing you to love me. I just want you to experience a lot. … In my case, friendship and love were the most intense. That’s all.”
“I don’t know.”
“It is normal not to know. I understand.”
Natasha smirked, and Agnes’s medicine went up.
“Don’t laugh like that.”
“How did I laugh?”
“You treat me like a child.”
“It’s not.”
Agnes finally couldn’t stand it and drew her sword.
“It’s a duel… !”
“Oh, I’m still not feeling well. How many times have you lost to me… ?”
“Bad year.”
Natasha gladly accepted her duel challenge and drew her sword.
The two got along instantly. … Certainly, Agnes’ skills improved a lot compared to half a year ago, but it wasn’t to the level of progress. It still looks like it hasn’t been broken.
… Maybe the old swordsman saw me like this back then.
However, the Sword Emperor did not urge Natasha in a hurry.
Just like water flowing. As if obeying the order.
Someday you’ll wake up
After coming this far, Natasha also realized that just because she goes fast is not always good.
Even if it’s a bit slow, don’t miss it and be sure.
Clearly, Agnes’s talent was extraordinary.
However, Natasha learned from her friend that if it is too good, it can be poisonous.
If I went too fast, I couldn’t see my surroundings. I only see the road in front of my eyes.
Perhaps Natasha herself was very lucky. Thanks to her demonic illness, she realized the nature of life a little earlier.
It was very funny. I never thought the day would come when I thought that the cursed demon disease was rather lucky.
The duel between the two women naturally ended with Natasha winning. A total of 188 wins. … Conversely, Agnes lost all 188 matches.
“Wielding a sword to kill her friend.”
“I don’t think you’re going to say anything… !”
“You are too blatant. It’s obvious.”
“Of course, if I don’t kill the other person, I will die.”
“You have to get to the point where you can’t even feel that.”
“… I’ll be thrilled, really.”
Agnes really wanted to understand what Natasha was saying.
I wanted to realize the real essence.
I wanted to see the world she sees.
… As she said, if you understand love, can you feel its essence?
Of course she couldn’t figure it out.
… However, it was worth a try.
…
Agnes met Allen Danju after a long time.
Modest and formal, the blue-haired beauty revealed her purpose as soon as she had finished her brief greetings.
“I am ashamed to say this, but… , Love, I want to know.”
Honestly surprised.
She is a woman who seems to have nothing to do with love, and she came looking for love.
Read the truth. She sincerely wanted to know the love between a man and a woman.
“… Are you serious?”
“Yes, I am serious.”
“Hmm… Even so, we are still South Koreans.”
Then Agnes hesitantly spoke out.
“However, the only person who asks me this favor is Danju. So, please, don’t be angry… !”
“What is there to be angry about? … But, I was wondering if you would be okay.”
“It’s okay. This is the position I am asking for, but there is absolutely no need for the Lord to worry.”
It’s not like that either.
Allen quietly nodded her head. She then walked over to the bed and sat down on it and said, “Come over here,” She said. She sat down beside him.
I guess it’s going to be a very serious talk.
“Is this your first time?”
“… Yes, this is the first time…”
“It can be difficult.”
“It’s okay. I have already made up my mind… !”
Seeing the determined look on his face, Allen was a little relieved.
“Right. … Then, it will be very embarrassing, I will do it first.”
“Yes, my lord.”
And his lips covering hers. At the same time, his hand squeezed her breasts.
ㅡㅡ!!
Startled, she pushed him away.
“Ah, that, ah, ah.”
At her remorse for daring to be rude to the lord, and at her shock at having lost her own virginity, she hurriedly ran out of her, shouting her apologies.
Alone in her room, Allen squeezed her hand a few times as it touched her tender breasts.
… Did you think I should have touched the skin a little bit?
