Defense 999,999,999 Corps Commander - Defense 999999999 Corps Commander chapter 55

55 – Test (1)

In modern civilization, nothing is faster than the speed of light.

But there was one more thing that was as fast as the speed of light.

That’s just a rumor.

“Have you heard? This time, three new adventurers went to subdue Akidna!”

“Of course I know. Are you talking about those adventurers who devastated the Carlton Organization in one day?”

“You know very well. Aren’t those guys the real heroes?”

“I agree.”

There were dozens of humans sacrificed to Akidna every day.

He’s been doing that for hundreds of years, so the number of people he’s killed is uncountable.

The Carlton organization is not much different.

In any case, problems that had not been solved for hundreds of years were solved in just two days.

And that too by newbies who have just become adventurers.

“I heard that each kingdom is struggling to recruit those adventurers.”

“Has it already spread to other kingdoms? This is truly frightening!”

What’s more frightening than thousands of soldiers is a knight who has reached Expert 6 Stars.

Since the early 7-star adventurers failed to subdue Arkidna, it means that at least they are a powerful force of 8-star or higher.

In other words, recruiting them first meant that a country’s national power would change.

Meanwhile, there were people who were eavesdropping on this conversation from a corner.

“Look. It’s all about those adventurers.”

“That’s right.”

They were the warrior’s companions, Saint Lin and Saint Joseph.

“Yeah. It seems like he has solid skills and he’s not someone who’s motivated by money, so it’s okay, right?”

Josef said cautiously, putting down his beer.

He was relaying to Lin the simple test results he had done yesterday.

“He definitely doesn’t seem like an ordinary person, but he’s so suspicious.”

“I think so too. Those skilled people showed up just when we needed them. But there’s nothing we can do, right? Our current situation isn’t all that great.”

With the emergence of the new Seven Lords, the power of the Demon Tribe began to grow stronger once again.

On the contrary, the strength of the warriors’ party was declining, so it was a time when a change in atmosphere was absolutely necessary.

“Joseph, we have a great destiny. We must drive out the demons and return this world to its original state. Isn’t it too hasty to judge those adventurers based on one small test you conducted?”

You can tell just by looking at past history.

No matter how strong they were, there were few who had the sense of justice to save the world as a true warrior’s comrade.

There were many who betrayed others for the sake of promotion and fame, and many who left the party midway.

Because they were strong, we could not accept them as comrades.

“I know. I should take the test… But no one passes the test.”

Aside from Gerard and his party, there were quite a few candidates to become fellow warriors.

But they have already failed the test a long time ago.

If things continued like this, it might be impossible to find new colleagues.

“How can we accept as colleagues those who are not ready to save the world? They are on different paths than we are.”

Lin made a determined expression.

At this, Joseph sighs.

“That must be stupid.”

“But this time, I have a good feeling. Those adventurers might pass my test.”

Joseph took a sip of his beer, hoping that this time it would be so.

**

A sunny afternoon.

I walked alone to a small mountain near the city.

‘By now, word has probably spread about us. If we wait, they’ll approach us on their own.’

He gave instructions to Vince.

To help the rumor spread more quickly.

He’s a sure thing about getting things done, so he must have spread the word all over the place by now.

“I think it’s okay now.”

I stopped in a space that was not flat but wide open.

Then he sat on the floor and sat cross-legged.

Why are you doing this?

It was simple.

To talk to the Spirit King.

‘I’ve been relying too much on reaction so far.’

This is what I felt while subduing Akidna.

The backlash is just plain crap.

Because you can easily subdue your opponent without using any strength.

However, unfortunately, it was of no use against those who did not make direct attacks, such as monarchs and magicians.

Then Seina and Luna have to solve it, but they are not yet complete.

‘I have to get stronger.’

Blunderbuss is a weapon that draws in mana from the atmosphere, stores it, and then releases it little by little.

What this means is that the more you pull the trigger, the less powerful it becomes.

It was convenient to think of a modern auxiliary battery.

Why not charge the power in advance and use it when needed?

The more you use it, the less power it consumes.

It’s the same thing.

‘If I could just add my mana to Blunderbuss, I could aim for a bigger hit than this one.’

In addition to countermeasures, a reliable means of attack was needed.

So, to solve this, I planned to meet the Spirit King.

Since she has lived for thousands of years, she would definitely be able to give me advice on mana.

That was when I thought about it.

For a moment, I felt like my body was going to shut down, and then a white space suddenly appeared.

**

[It’s been a while.]

When I opened my eyes, what came into view was a blue-haired woman.

She stares at me intently with her irises that give off a mysterious feeling.

“It’s been a while, Sir Silphid. Are you okay?”

[Yes, everything was fine until just now. But it makes me sick to my stomach to see a contractor who hasn’t even said hello.”

Silph said in a tone of regret.

Then I continued speaking urgently.

“I’m sorry. I have been busy with worldly matters and have not been able to visit you often. Please forgive me.”

She said that it takes a lot of energy for her, who lives in the spirit world, to descend to the present world.

That is, she spends her free days in the spirit world every day.

Since he said that the reason he signed the contract with me in the first place was for fun, I could understand why he was expressing his disappointment like this.

‘Does it feel like a guy who uses his mom’s car doesn’t contact his mom even once?’

[Okay. It’s just a joke, so don’t worry about it. I find it quite amusing just watching your moves in the spirit world.]

Still, Sylphid smiles, as if he’s quite happy to see me.

Then he snapped his fingers and a table and chair appeared in a white space.

[Please take a seat. It’s been a while since you’ve been a guest, so it’s only right that we treat you kindly.]

“thank you.”

I sat on the chair she pointed to.

Then, as if he had been waiting, Sylphid opens his mouth.

[That was a long story. It’s been a while since I’ve had a conversation with anyone. So, what’s the matter with you?]

“Actually, the reason I came to see you like this is because I am not using your power properly, Sir Silphid.”

[Hmm. That would certainly be true. Your mana is just a little below average.]

“So, is there any way to increase mana?”

[does not exist.]

Silphid speaks without a single second of hesitation.

I raised my forehead.

“… Isn’t it too sharp?”

[Mana is not something that can be grown like human muscles. It is something that is determined from birth in the vessel it can hold.]

“Then there is no way…?”

Unfortunately, I have never heard of a wish that increases the amount of mana.

In that case, it would be better to learn swordsmanship… .

[You can’t make the bowl bigger, but you can change its shape.]

“… What good does that do?”

When I made a puzzled expression, Sylphid snapped his fingers.

Then a transparent jar containing liquid appeared.

What’s unusual is that the entrance is the size of a hole.

[What does this look like?]

“What a jar with a very narrow entrance.”

[Okay, so how do I get the contents out of here?]

I answered the unexpected question with skepticism.

“You just have to turn the jar over.”

As soon as I finished speaking, Sylphid overturned the jar.

Then, a few drops of liquid flow out from the hole-like entrance.

“!”

Only then did I realize what she was talking about.

[Judging from your expression, you seem to have noticed.]

“… Yes. I knew for sure.”

[Yes, you understand. Your body currently has little mana and even its mana output is limited.]

When Sylphid snapped his fingers again, the entrance, which had been the size of a hole in a jar, grew to the size of the body of a jar.

At the same time, the liquid contents inside pour out all at once.

[So, you’re saying that we can make it so that you can show off your power all at once.]

‘… If I just wait a minute, there’s a hole that will pop out?’

The heel of the shoe went up.

To put it simply, Sylphid’s words were like this.

It meant that it couldn’t increase mana, but it could increase the amount of mana released, allowing it to burst out like a dam.

That is, rather than consuming mana little by little over a long period of time.

It means that you can use all the mana you have at once to create a powerful force.

“Please do so. I really want it to happen that way.”

Since ancient times, men have been one room.

What can I do with the little wind blowing?

Wouldn’t it be more satisfying to land a single R attack than to fire a hundred Q shots?

[Come closer.]

At Sylphid’s words, I got up from my chair and approached her.

Bam.

Then she places her small hand on my forehead.

After a while, you start to feel a warm breeze along with a blue light on your hand.

How much time has passed?

[This is enough.]

“thank you.”

Sylphid took his hand away.

‘It’s that simple?’

I looked at Silph, barely holding down the rising lip.

**

When I returned to reality, I jumped up from my seat.

I felt like I couldn’t learn it without trying it right away.

‘The target is….’

A large rock some distance away from me.

It looked to be at least 5 meters tall and very sturdy.

“It’s perfect for testing.”

I took a deep breath and fixed my gaze.

And then he mutters briefly.

“Wind.”

A blade-like wind rushes towards the rocks in a crescent shape, accompanied by a sound that tears the air.

The momentum was so fierce that it seemed as if it would tear apart everything in front of it.

Swish!

The wind smoothly divided the rock in two in an instant.

Not satisfied with that, they finally destroyed it after mercilessly cutting down the trees behind it.

“… … .”

I sat down with my mouth open in amazement at the absurd power.

It’s not that I’m surprised… .

All the mana in my body has been depleted.

I guess it can’t be helped since it’s all poured out at once.

“… Damn. I’m glad no one’s here.”

I looked up at the sky and laughed heartily.

Anyway, I know how to solve this problem.

Than that.

‘I should go back soon.’

Now it was time to get a job as a fellow warrior.