2nd Rank Has Returned - 2nd Rank Has Returned chapter 294

294 – Expedition-2

The way to charge into the Demon King will be through magic.

Leonardo guessed that the place where the Demon King was located was designed to be physically difficult to get to.

Now it was closer to a certainty than a guess.

The connection between Leo and the Demon King gradually developed into a form of fusion.

If the wise man had not stopped it, his body would have been eaten by the devil a long time ago.

“…At least to prevent being eaten.”

So, you have to defeat it before then.

Ariasviel said that and raised the holy sword.

The sunlight shining on the day was so harsh that it could cut into pieces the Great Devil. The divinity emanating from the holy sword shone more viciously than at any other time.

＜…There is no choice but to cooperate.＞

It was a collaboration that resulted from the rare cooperation of two Ariasviols who were at loggerheads with each other.

To those who don’t know the inside story, it may seem like he was determined to overthrow the Demon King as a hero.

In reality, it was a flash of anger created by the jealousy of a woman who stepped forward to deal with her rival.

As Leo strengthened his resolve to go on a campaign, his body shrank as if he was slightly scared.

There was no way he would cheat, but I envisioned a future where his entire body would be cut into pieces the moment he had a problem with a woman even once.

[But where are those two collaborating? It’s so reassuring.]

The wise man, who was the one who used his jealousy to help the two cooperate, crossed her arms and admired her own strategy.

Apart from self-praise, Leo had no choice but to acknowledge such a wise man.

Even though the wise man was afraid of Aria like that, he deliberately tried to persuade her by causing jealousy.

[…This is because of the Demon King.]

…It didn’t sound like an excuse.

Actually, the reason the two of us were relaxed and joking around right now was because of the fear that the Demon King gave us.

It is said to reduce the devil’s mental attacks, but in fact, that is not all.

The wise man was understanding and alleviating the devil’s thoughts that Leo was receiving.

If I could have alleviated the symptoms with simple magic, I would have done it a long time ago, but the reason I did it late was because the risk was high.

For a spirit body without a body, having the mind itself taken away was a torture worse than death.

[…It happened anyway because of my karma, right? There is nothing to worry about.]

The wise man jokingly continued, removing even the slightest tremor from his body.

Even though the wise man was receiving all the evil intentions, unlike usual, he did not commit a single act of cruelty.

[If you’re worried, give me a chance to explain…]

Apart from gratitude, Leo did not give the wise man a chance to explain.

I didn’t know if it would be our last fight, but I wasn’t allowed to explain myself at all.

[Hey…I also want to explain something.]

He knew that he had done something wrong, but more than that, there was something the wise man wanted to explain with his own words.

There was still some explanation to be given at the connection point between the demon king, the hero, and the wise man.

It must be an important issue for Leo himself.

Although it was clearly such a problem, Leo did not ask even a single question.

Leo was already not blaming the wise man.

Although he may have had a stake in the appearance of the Demon King, it cannot be thought that he summoned the Demon King on purpose.

Considering our attitude so far, is it to the extent that we have discovered the existence of the Demon King through research?

I just didn’t listen to the explanation because it could cause even more mental shock than this.

As I said last time, it was impossible to hold them responsible in the current situation.

[…Ha…I made a mistake so I have nothing to say.]

The wise man let out a laugh as if he was tired of such stubbornness and understanding.

“…It has to end now.”

Leo made up his mind like that.

When not only the wise man but also others heard those words, a weight came to their bodies.

This fight will determine the fate of the Demon King and humanity, and beyond this, the evil relationship between the Demon King and Leo will end.

“I will be with you until the end.”

Ariasviel swore as he placed his hand on Leo’s hand.

It also had the meaning of defeating the devil.

It was like a promise not to die by sacrificing oneself like in the first episode.

“Yes, until the end.”

Leonardo nodded, holding Aria Spiel’s hand.

Hoping that this was the beginning of the end, they headed to the moving magic circle.

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A huge magic circle was drawn in each territory of the imperial palace.

Hundreds of moving magic circles that have been rebuilt into mass-produced warp gates.

Preparing this amount and number in just one day was originally an impossible plan.

[If you have this much manpower and can’t execute it, I’d be embarrassed as the owner of the Black Tower.]

Former Black Tower owner Bernan approached in an anti-gravity wheelchair and showed off a magic circle completed with mechanical sounds. Even though he was already unable to move his legs or even his mouth, he was in charge of constructing this overall magic circle.

“It’s been a while since each magic tower owner cooperated like this. “I feel like I went back to my student days.”

Baektapju, who had been showing off as he led the spirits, soon stood quietly upon seeing the wise man.

The reason why the magic tower owners who were keeping each other in check were able to come together was largely due to the wise man’s contribution.

The reason why Leo deliberately did not reprimand the wise man for his mistakes was to strengthen this bond.

[I’m sorry. Leonardo Jeoktapju. I don’t think I can join this fight.]

Bernan’s physical condition right now was like a dying corpse.

He was somehow able to survive, but in return, the muscles in his body were gradually broken down.

The muscles in my vocal cords were lost to the point where I couldn’t even speak.

“It’s okay. “The Lord of the Black Tower played a sufficient role simply by completing the moving gate.”

Thanks to the cooperation between Cheongtap and Baektap, quick completion was possible.

Thanks to Bernan, the premise of a magic circle heading directly to where the Demon King is was able to be established in a short period of time.

[Thank you for the compliment, but I am not the owner of the Black Tower right now.]

With humility, Bernan looked at the current Black Tower owner, who was demonstrating the spirit of a graduate student in a wheelchair to the extreme.

For Bernan, she was truly the hidden contributor to this magic circle.

“Ah, is everyone here?”

Ameri helped Bernan, who had difficulty moving, in a shorter period of time than other times, and drew the magic circles himself.

It was safe to say that she was in charge of all the behavioral labor of creating her magic circle, as she had worked out her abstract coordinates one by one and cross-verified them tens or hundreds of times.

“Ameri, thank you for your hard work!”

Right after experiencing the devil’s attack, Rios comforted Ameri with a warm hug, as she experienced more severe overwork than during graduate school.

“Lee, Rios! “There are a lot of people here…!”

Ameri’s dark circles from fatigue are turning red all over the place.

Nevertheless, Ameri did not drop Rios.

I wanted to deeply feel each other’s warmth because this moment could be the last.

“I’ll be back~ Ameri.”

Soon, Rios showed a playful smile again and ran towards Leo and the others.

{…Can I just say that? There is time to talk separately.}

Although Angela would help and treat her so that she would not die, she still had no choice but to ask that question.

Because I also had deep resentment towards the man who disappeared without saying a word.

“It’s okay~! “Angel!”

Rios drew a line from his lips seriously. A bit of cold sweat ran down his face, but he still had to keep smiling.

“Because I will definitely come back.”

{…I see.}

After hearing Rios’ answer, Angela smiled of her own.

In this era, as I am the only person who knows the relationship between the wise man and the demon king, I was able to reflect on the meaning of the word return.

Angela quietly wrapped her wings around her wise man’s shoulders. Despite her elderly appearance, she did not hesitate to reveal her own crush.

[Then, let’s stand in the magic circle according to our respective positions.]

Unlike usual, the wise man proceeded with the plan naturally while wearing Angela’s wings.

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[Oh no, it’s not like that.]

Leo smiled at the wise man and held his companion’s hand.

Black Aria said so and shined the blade of her holy sword.

Even if it is not now, Aria in the first episode said that she will always protect her when she goes out on her mission.

She didn’t like hearing those words the first time, but at least she felt reassured now.

“I will be with Leo no matter what.”

While White Aria also subtly kept Black Aria in check, she pushed away the worries that were in Leo’s heart.

Because it was such a ridiculously childish behavior, her heart became relaxed again.

“…Then let’s leave.”

Leonardo stood at the center of the magic circle.

The magic circle at the center was connected in a circle like fruit connected to a huge tree branch.

“This magic circle will not lead you directly to the Demon Lord.”

This magic is just a shortened path to the place where the Demon King is.

It is not a device directed directly to the devil.

Even if it were possible to use magic that could be directed directly to the Demon King, it was not a good method.

“So, warp gates are simply installed in each location.”

A simple warp gate will be created in the magic circle where the main forces are currently standing.

First, elite personnel will first enter the Demon King’s residence, and then soldiers will be deployed through the simple gate that is gradually formed.

Originally, it would be common for soldiers trained as scouts to do it first.

Considering the mental manipulation seen during the attack on the imperial palace, it was a wise strategy to deploy the most elite of the six.

[Each movement distance will be set to within 10m, but the movement position may be distorted internally.]

Even if you go inside the Demon King’s residence.

You may suddenly be summoned from a cliff.

There is also the possibility of being thrown into a group of monsters that prey on people.

“I will try to overcome that level with the power of the Dark Dragon.”

Chris confidently removed the bandage and removed the ring from his finger.

Even without dragon blood, everyone here was a hero who turned the tables.

He didn’t just fight so easily that he could die with just one trick.

“…Then let’s begin.”

Leo soon closed his eyes tightly.

Under the vision immersed in darkness, there was only darkness.

In order to reach the Demon King more quickly, he had to focus on the thoughts within himself.

At the same time, I had to maintain my mind so as not to be consumed by thoughts.

I had to sense the location by coexisting concentration and leisure.

＜…Leo…＞

A voice heard.

Gradually, something catches my eye.

＜…Leonardo…!＞

Is it the voice of the devil?

I concentrated on not going overboard like last time.

“”

Leonardo had no choice but to immediately open his eyes at the strong voice.

Aria’s voice could not be mistaken for that of the Demon King.

“…This is…!”

I haven’t activated the magic yet, but Leonardo and his group have already moved.

“Father! Are you okay?!”

“Aww…! “You moved?!”

Ain and Rios were all gathered in one place at the same time, rather than scattering apart.

{…This place is definitely…}

Angela remembers where this place is.

[…It’s the devil’s castle.]

The Demon Castle, which the warrior and wise man must have destroyed, was re-formed.

“It’s been a while. Reinhard, gentlemen.”

A woman was sitting on the throne at the end of the Demon Castle.

“There’s nothing too surprising, right? “My Leonardo.”

She looks like Leonardo’s mother.

“Or…”

No one could think of her as her mother.

“I guess it would be better to call him the reincarnated Ruben Reinhardt.”

At that title, the expressions of the warrior, wise man, and saint were coldly distorted.

The Demon King grinned and enjoyed the excitement.