A Stuffed Cheonma in my Head - Chapter 83



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Episode 083. I Will Become a Tyrant

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The reception room door flew open.

The black knight shouted after seeing the situation in the room.

“My lord!”

The Black Prince shouted.

“Didn’t I tell you not to come in no matter what!”

“but!”

“Close the door!”

“that!”

“hurry!”

… … Click.

The door was closed again.

I was glaring at the Black Prince as if I was going to kill him, whether the door opened or not.

My head was so hot that I couldn’t look away.

Before he knew it, the Black Prince’s face was flushed with blood.

A bloody world had unfolded before I knew it.

I smirked and glared at the Black Prince.

“Hey, Your Highness the Black Prince. What the hell are you doing? Do you want to end your life like this?”

The Black Prince looked at me with a calm face.

“If I die like this, it will be because I am inadequate.”

I smiled, showing my teeth.

“Oh, really?”

He brought the sword close to his neck.

Although it was broken in half, the sharp blade was still touching the Black Prince’s neck.

Bright red blood flowed down the pure white sword face.

The color was no different because it was royal blood.

It wasn’t much different from the blood of the demons I killed.

“Do you think I can’t? I’ve already killed a noble once. I can kill royalty too.”

The Black Prince looked at me with a calm face and then asked an unexpected question.

“Let me ask you one thing. Why did you kill the Baron?”

“I killed him because he was a cripple who didn’t deserve to live. Why?”

“Can I ask why you thought that?”

“It seems that he forced the people of the territory to do hard labor in order to build a temple, and when they did not listen, he bragged about beating them to death in front of everyone, laughing. Isn’t that disgusting?”

“I see.”

While I was answering, I closed my eyes briefly and opened my eyes to find Hans’ family.

In the room where they usually stay, Joy and Shushuruta are playing around and making jokes while Hans and Julia watch with laughter.

After confirming their safety, my head returned to its cold state.

In the first place, Shushuruta was with him, and when I thought about it carefully, there was no reason for him to do something like that.

Even if I could get a definite answer from him that way, it was obvious that it would not lead to loyalty.

Given my personality, I would probably evacuate Hans’ family and then take the opportunity to beat the Black Prince to death.

Unless he was a fool, there was no way the Black Prince would not know this.

The world that had been dyed red returned to its original light.

I asked, putting away my sword.

“What the hell. Are you crazy? Why did you tell such a ridiculous lie?”

The Black Prince answered, moving his stiff neck from side to side.

“… … That’s amazing. Have you checked on their safety in the meantime?”

“Don’t change the subject.”

“How did you do it? Was it black magic?”

“It’s a feat.”

“I’ve never heard of such black magic. That’s amazing.”

“… … .”

I took a deep breath and put the sword back into its sheath.

I walked slowly and plopped down on a chair across the street.

“Fuck, this feels gross. Are you testing me?”

The Black Prince answered with a blunt face.

“I apologize. It was necessary.”

“So. What are your thoughts?”

“It was impressive. I was thinking of avoiding it or resisting it, but this is something. I can’t even react.”

“……pup.”

If we were to compare it to psychological warfare, I would have lost one round.

Shake it well.

He had planned to do this from the beginning, sending all the escorts away and sitting there all alone, acting like a piece of shit.

I don’t know about anything else, but this one is really big.

I’ve seen a lot of people play around with other people’s lives, but this is the first time I’ve seen someone play around with his own life.

Even from a noble prince. How absurd.

“Are you crazy? Are you playing with my life? What would you have done if I had really killed you?”

“Didn’t I tell you? If I die, it will be because of my shortcomings. That’s where I ended up.”

“Oh my… … .”

A sigh escaped me.

But our brave prince continued his story with an expression that said he didn’t give a shit.

“To continue, as you said, such things happen frequently throughout the kingdom. The current Blake kingdom is rotten. Unnoble scum reigns and makes the country sick. It’s hard to find a noble as Count Starvanger. They’re all just scum.”

The Black Prince spoke, sweeping his hair back as was his habit.

“They don’t care about how the people are doing. They only think about filling their own stomachs. How can they get bigger and more beautiful jewels than the baroness of the neighboring estate? How can they collect more without arousing the people’s opposition… … The rotten nobles are worried about what to wear to the ball tomorrow, and the people are worried about how they will get through tomorrow.”

The Black Prince shook his head as if he was disillusioned.

I stared blankly at the Black Prince, my elbows resting on the armrest and my chin tilted crookedly.

“We must cut out the rot. Before the entire kingdom rots away. I will ascend to the throne and turn everything upside down. Please lend me your strength.”

What kind of crazy sweet talk is this? Why don’t you just offer me gold and silver treasures instead?

I made an impression.

“Don’t be ridiculous. It’s not my fault.”

“Don’t lie. You feel sorry for them. Don’t you? Otherwise, you wouldn’t have killed the Baron.”

“So what, you idiot? Do you think it’ll be clean if you kill them all? If you find new guys and put them in their place? Do you think they’ll stay clean and take care of people for the rest of their lives?”

I continued asking other questions before the Black Prince could answer.

Because in the first place, this wasn’t a question that was asked to be answered.

“Do you think the current idiots have been like that from the beginning? It’s rare to see someone who lives as themselves. Even those who seem to be good change when they gain power. Stop thinking that the weak are good. Idiots are just idiots.”

The Black Prince listened silently and then said.

“Then should I just watch?”

“… … .”

When you say that, I have nothing more to say.

“Just kill him.”

“what?”

“If he becomes greedy after taking the position as you said, then you should kill him.”

“This guy is crazy. The next time he does something stupid.”

“You can just kill me again.”

“You’re going to keep killing them? How long?”

“Until the right person takes charge. And until others who see it are not so afraid that they neglect their duties.”

“… … .”

“With the mindset of killing until the country is running properly, you just have to keep cutting out the rotten parts.”

I was so dumbfounded that I just stared at the Black Prince from afar.

“Is the tyrant your dream?”

The Black Prince smiled, revealing his teeth.

It was like a black tiger laughing.

“Do you know? People are less hesitant to attack those they love than those they fear. I don’t care about a benevolent monarch. If necessary, I’ll become a tyrant.”

“You crazy kid.”

Why am I listening to this crazy prince’s nonsense?

I said, shaking my head.

“I think you’re mistaken. I’m going back to where I came from. I don’t care what happens to this place.”

“… … Where did you come from? Where did you come from?”

“It’s a secret, kid. Do you think I’d tell someone as dark-hearted as you?”

“hmm…….”

The Black Prince stroked his chin for a moment, thought, and then said to me.

“Is it far?”

“Not far.”

“There is a teleportation magic circle in the kingdom. Do you need it?”

My ears perked up.

“… …Teleport magic circle?”

Wouldn’t that be enough to get you back on track?

It turns out that this guy was royalty.

I wonder if royalty has free access to teleportation.

“Can I use it now?”

The Black Prince shook his head.

“No. It is managed by the royal family. Even a prince cannot use it for personal use.”

I stared blankly at the Black Prince.

If that’s the case, why did you say it?

The Black Prince began to speak as if he had expected it.

“But if I become king, I can use it however I want.”

So, that means, if you help me sit on the throne, I will let you use the teleportation magic circle.

The teleportation magic circle is tempting, but… … .

“I think it would be faster to just go for it rather than waiting until I ascend to the throne.”

“No, everything is ready. Now all we have to do is blow it up.”

“Are you ready?”

I tilted my head.

“You haven’t even brought the magic sword yet? Wasn’t that something you needed? The Count said it symbolized the King’s knights.”

“Symbols aren’t that important. You can’t aim for the throne based on symbols alone.”

“hmm.”

The Black Prince was a very realistic man.

“Count Starvanger is a cautious man. Of course, the magic sword will help win the hearts of the people, but it is not necessary. The second prince can be defeated even without the power of the object.”

“Then why don’t you do that?”

“Because there is still one prince left.”

The Black Prince explained.

“There is an old custom in the Kingdom of Blake. If there are two left in the fight for the throne, and it is fierce, the winner is decided by a duel between the knights of each camp. If a civil war breaks out and the neighboring country invades, it would be a big problem. It is said that this custom has been established since that kind of thing happened a long time ago.”

“hmm.”

“There is a shortage of outstanding swordsmen to fight in duels.”

“There are black knights. I saw three of them.”

The Black Prince shook his head.

“I am inferior to the first prince. In terms of quality and quantity, in every way. In order to win a duel, you absolutely must secure two strong players who can guarantee victory.”

“… … So you came to recruit me?”

“yes.”

“If there are two of them… … I guess they’ll give the magic sword to someone else.”

The Black Prince nodded.

“The symbol of the magic sword is not really necessary, but the power of the magic sword is necessary. Of course, this is assuming that you lend it to me.”

“I see. I understand.”

“So? Are you going to join us?”

I looked at the Black Prince blankly and asked.

“Knights on the Prince’s side. Are they very strong?”

“They are strong. They are as skilled as the current royal knights.”

“oh.”

The teleportation magic circle is a teleportation magic circle, but I was actually more interested in the fight with the knights of the First Prince.

Other than Sir Kale and Sir Bok-sil, I have never fought a proper knight.

The Knight of the Cold didn’t even fight until the end.

How strong are they?

My heart was pounding.

I can still vividly remember the thrill of breaking through the wall of ice and steel and entering the realm of moonlight.

I want to give it my all and grow while doing so.

It’s still not enough to take down the captain.

“What do you think, Master?”

“what?”

“Not you. You brat.”

“… … .”

Cheonma answered.

[I think it will be a good experience.]

“Right? That’s what I think too. If you keep pushing hard, you’ll probably reach the full moon before you know it.”

[It depends on your abilities.]

“Okay. Then there’s no need to worry any more.”

When I looked at the Black Prince across from me, he was looking at me with a trembling face.

I said, slightly lifting my bandaged left arm.

“My left arm is almost better.”

The Black Prince responded calmly.

“Congratulations.”

“I plan to go get the magic sword as soon as I get better.”

“I see.”

“While I’m on my trip, I’ll sort out the second prince. I’ll see if he’s just a talker or not.”

The Black Prince’s eyes sparkled.

“then……?”

“I will bring the magic sword, and you put the second prince aside. We will talk about this later.”

The Black Prince smiled faintly.

“That’s reasonable. It would be better for both of us if we showed it with actions rather than words.”

We exchanged glances, and then the Black Prince rose from his seat first, sweeping his hair up.

“I’ll wake up first. I have a lot to do.”

“Or so.”

Click.

The Black Prince opened the door and went out.

I stared blankly at the chair where the Black Prince was sitting… … .

I had a habit of getting acupuncture points put on my left arm.

Heart pounding.

My heart started beating a little faster.

Is this the thought of holding the magic sword? Is this the thought of fighting the knights? Is this the thought of returning home?

I couldn’t figure it out.

I smiled and pressed the acupuncture needle into my left arm.

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After leaving the reception room, the Black Prince told the Black Knight who was waiting to wait a moment and went into the empty room next door.

Click.

As soon as the door closed behind him, the Black Prince slumped down, leaning against the door.

“Phew… … .”

As the tension I had been holding in was released, my legs relaxed along with it.

The Black Prince put his hand to his neck at the stinging pain.

Bright red blood appeared on his palm.

It reminded me of the eyes of the man I had seen a little while ago.

“What kind of look… … .”

The devil’s blood-red eyes that seem ready to devour you.

Just thinking about it gave me goosebumps.

The Black Prince burst into a dry laugh.

“Haha… … I was wondering why it was called the Red-Eyed Demon.”

His bloody hands were shaking slightly.