Chapter 296 – 69. The New Age. (2)
Just as the continent was turned upside down, the mercenary world was also turned upside down.
The Magnus-Mercenary Corps, who had been in the top 10 for decades, announced their retirement! The news that even the title of sword emperor was handed down to the mercenaries was far more shocking than the change of emperor.
The problem was that Natasha was nominated for the seat of the Sword Emperor, not Agnes, who had long been mentioned as the successor.
To be honest, the name value of being a member of the 10th-strong Allen-mercenary corps was by no means low, but some people commented that it was not enough to carry the name of the Sword Emperor.
Of course, since that kind of evaluation came out, the swordsmen’s challenge to the Sword Emperor Natasha was natural. … It was an ambition to defeat the Sword Emperor and bring the name of the Sword Emperor.
Gum gum was not offended by such a challenge either. In the first place, Magnus also received a lot of challenges in the early days with the name of the Sword Emperor, and didn’t he confidently prove his skills and reputation befitting the Sword Emperor by defeating countless challengers!
… In fact, the first challenger for the new Sword Emperor was not an unknown ronin, but Natasha’s close friend, a member of the Murloc Mercenary Corps, Agnes Neptune.
She, who had recorded 249 losses in just 249 matches, lost this challenge as well, filling in just 250 losses.
Natasha’s skills in chewing gum had improved more than before, and now she was so far away that Agnes couldn’t catch her.
“… What is missing?”
To that question from Agnes, Natasha answered with a warm smile.
“Of course, fighting and winning is important. But more important than that is the path of your own sword, Agnes.”
“My own way?”
“We can’t all go the same way. Just like everyone is different. … Agnes. Go the way you think is right endlessly. Do not doubt. The name Sword Emperor is not important. Later, you can transcend even that.”
At the same time, Natasha looked at the distant sky with a relieved expression.
“Funny enough, the moment I received the name of the Sword Emperor, I realized that the Sword Emperor was of no use. … Just because Lord Magnus handed over the name of the Sword Emperor doesn’t mean his value will disappear.”
… !
“You are just going a different way from me. You can go a little winding road, or you can go a long stretch. Of course, your goals may be different. … However, the path of the sword, no, the path of martial arts, is the goal itself, Agnes.”
Going itself is the purpose.
“Agnes, I want you to realize that.”
“… It’s a difficult thing. Maybe that’s why I couldn’t be the Sword Emperor.”
“Originally, sword fighting is a place where you have to talk about difficult things.”
“You look perfect, look.”
The two women laughed heartily.
“So, what are your plans for the future?”
The chewing gum agent pointed at his friend with his chin and asked. … Then, Agnes shifted her gaze to the distance.
Future plans… To be honest, it was a bit daunting. In the meantime, as a member of the Murloc-Mercenary Corps, I followed him only by looking at his back, but now that it has disappeared…
Since Danju the murloc became emperor, it could be said that Agnes, his niece and niece, was also successful, but she didn’t think so. Rather, when he, who was a strong supporter and leader, disappeared, should I say that a part of my heart is empty?
“To be honest… , I don’t know what to do. The mercenary corps is over…”
Since Danju, the main body of the mercenary group, has become vacant, honestly, it is as if the mercenary group has disintegrated.
Of course, if you want to get a seat in the imperial palace, there’s nothing you can’t do… , Agnes was also a soft drinker and had little interest in that. An illegitimate child who has only wielded a sword and worked as a mercenary all his life, presumptuously, what kind of armband is it?
Natasha, who was staring at Agnes’ profile in deep distress, quietly opened her mouth.
“Why don’t you lead the mercenaries yourself?”
“… I?”
“There’s nothing you can’t do. A lot of experience. … Come to Vermandois. Then Danju will help you a lot. It’s because we’ve had a relationship.”
Now, Vermandois has become bigger than the capital in terms of mercenary business.
In particular, it is a place that has become essential for mercenaries and mercenaries in that it is a gathering of four top 10 masters.
“I’ll think about it.”
Of course, just because Agnes wanted to lead the mercenary corps, he couldn’t do it right away.
In the first place, the members of the Murloc-Mercenary Corps joined after seeing the face of the Murloc. No matter how much Agnes is the niece of the murloc, she is not the murloc herself. … Maybe when we start a major overhaul, the placenta will leave. It is unknown how far those who remain loyal will go.
“… You know we’re leaving soon Before that, would you like to meet Danju? He will give you good advice.”
Rumors had already spread throughout the imperial palace that Allen Danju would faithfully fulfill the role of Minister of Finance and leave soon. Of course, Agnes couldn’t have known that either. What a hot topic he is in the empire right now.
Even so, Agnes felt a subtle, inexplicable feeling for Allen Danzoo.
Love between a man and a woman, it’s not like that… , Should I say it’s like respect for a great person?
In fact, she had conducted a background investigation on the person named Allen for the sake of the lord of the murlocs she respected.
… And the more she dug up his back, the more she could not help but be surprised at the phenomenal events that emerged.
The Gate of the Spirit World Incident.
Fake gold case.
Seonguk’s underground sealing case.
Ash Demon Incident.
The Finger of God Incident.
The case of the ancient dragon, the demon Rensiros.
The Northern Frost Elemental Incident.
And, until this imperial revolution… !
Looking through this series of events, I couldn’t help but suspect that perhaps the reason why Allen was called the money ghost was a high degree of deception.
… And that suspicion was confirmed when she learned that this time she had refused the countship bestowed by His Majesty the Emperor.
Disguised as a mercenary, an apostle of justice.
Agnes, who showed talent not only in martial arts but also in tactics, saw through Allen’s intentions at once.
The reason he wore the mask of a cunning mercenary was to get rid of people’s jealousy and selfishness. … No matter how great a person is, if he is too perfect, it is only natural that he will be jealous!
That’s why Danju Granzo, who is extremely picky, and Emperor Murloc, who likes people but doesn’t show his insides, are the only ones who are devoted to Danju Allen.
In particular, Agnes, who gained such confidence through this incident, could not help but have infinite respect for Allen Danju. … When your thoughts change, do you think people look completely different?
The act of pretending to be crazy about money, or all of that mischievous behavior, is the foundation for great things!
“Okay. … When I make up my mind, I’ll tell you once.”
“Good idea. Even if Danju-nim looks picky, he’s actually kind.”
I know. That you are a great person
However, Agnes pretended not to know and only smiled lightly.
… If that’s what he wants
When I asked you to tell me about love, I forgot about the accident of kissing you right away.
It was a misunderstanding between us anyway!
· · ·
Allen finished his work in the capital and was ready to leave.
Departure early tomorrow morning.
He was pondering whether he had missed something, when an unexpected guest suddenly arrived.
The customer is Agnes Neptune, who is full of moderation like a knight!
“I haven’t seen you in a while.”
While Allen struggled with debt as the Minister of Finance after the work was over, the two men and women never met. Even though they meet in a group, it is the first time that they are facing each other like this since a long time ago when they deeply pondered what love was.
“It was just the right time. I was supposed to leave early tomorrow.”
“I heard about it.”
Allen, right before being freed from chores and taxes in the capital, became relaxed and generous with everything, just like a soldier on the eve of a campaign. The money ghost who used to spurt the nobility with courage and threats no longer exists.
“By the way, what’s going on here?”
“I have something to ask the Lord Dan, excuse me in the middle of the night.”
“No, it’s okay. Excuse me. Between us.”
Allen Danju smiled smirkingly. But Agnes did not know that that too was part of the act.
“What are you curious about?”
“… This time, the lord of the murlocs ascended the throne, so the seat of the lord of the murlocs was vacant.”
“Oh yeah. It was empty.”
“So I want to hear advice on what I should do. Danju-nim has a lot of experience.”
Aww.
Allen Danju tapped her chin with her finger and smiled softly.
“I’m worried about what to do…”
Agnes lowered her gaze slightly, feeling a little uneasy about Allen’s intense gaze staring at her.
“By the way, I think you’re misunderstanding something in the first place?”
“… Yes?”
The money ghost pointed her finger at Agnes’s full chest.
“Agnes. Think seriously about what you really want to do.”
… Ah…
“Anyone else, what does it matter? Even if His Highness the Duke did not become His Majesty the Emperor, nothing would change. It’s your life. If you want to be a sophomore, become a sophomore, and if you want to be a knight, become a knight. Laugh when you want to laugh, cry when you want to cry. If you want to love, then love.”
ㅡ!
“It is your life. And, I believe that no matter what you choose, you will have a wonderful life. Because you are already wise enough and good enough.”
Allen grinned and patted Agnes on the arm.
“What are you afraid of in your situation? Because you’ve already gone through all the prenatal battles. Do whatever you want to do … This is the only advice I can give, Agnes.”
He asked, looking her straight in the eyes.
“Is this enough?”
She stared at him for a long while, as if she had realized something.
… Then, very slowly, he nodded.
“… Yes, that’s enough.”
She has something she wants to do for the first time.
