Genius Wizard Breaking Limits - Chapter 281



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Chapter 281 (3)

A gloomy morning dawned.

Ready to leave early, Verden left the quaint mansion.

After passing through the garden, a black carriage and a group of bootleggers were waiting in front of the main gate.

said Padreld, opening the door.

“As I said yesterday, all of them have gathered at the muster site except for one missing organization that was expected. Let me guide you.”

“Please.”

Verden got on the carriage.

At the same time, Einver, who had been hidden in the light, appeared. She sat down on the soft sofa and rested her chin on it.

The carriage started.

* * *

A residential area to the east of the Dominion of Midlos.

People gathered in an old, dirty, derelict building that no one ever approached.

The forces occupying a seat one by one in the back streets of the Dominion.

Among them, there was the owner of the Changgwan, a bully who received protection money from citizens, a person who evaded taxes by making moonshine, and a thief with agile dexterity.

In good terms, they were villains living in the darkness of the Dominion; in bad terms, they were scoundrels and parasites.

The heads of eight of those nine organizations came together at the same time.

It was unusual for the Dominion.

“I didn’t expect to see so many unpleasant faces all at once. It’s fortunate that the rat didn’t attend.”

“Hasn’t he been seen for a while? Did something happen?”

“Whatever happens, it has nothing to do with it. It’s just nice not having to smell that gutter. By the way, for a bootlegger to invite us to the same place like this, it must be that the new smuggled goods are a very special thing.”

We talked about our interests.

The thief, Tiff, who had been quietly crossing his arms, clicked his tongue nervously.

“He must be thinking of raising the price by making us compete with each other. Tsk, smugglers are arrogant.”

“Oh, if you didn’t like it that much, you didn’t have to come, did you?”

Chang-gwan’s madam, Nerein, smirked.

“I was curious about what a map was, so I came and put it on my own. Why do you think crookedly at the mention of Padrell? no way… … Do you keep in mind that you were once embarrassed for trying to steal from a bootlegger? It’s a level that doesn’t have a small stomach.”

“… … You just spit it out because your mouth was pierced.”

Tiff growled as he stared.

The wriggling hand was always ready to grab the throwing dagger in his bosom.

Nerein laughed off the sharp momentum.

“Tiff, have you heard the news? That the bootlegger was ambushed on his way to the Dominion. Smugglers and criminals allied. Do you think you know anything?”

“… … what? What bullshit?”

“No, if you think about it carefully, you have a history. So, isn’t it natural that I doubt you first? Aren’t they all?”

Several eyes turned to Tiff.

Seeing the countless eyes made me feel really dirty.

Tiff, biting his molars, shouted as if he was unfair.

“I really don’t know! I knew smugglers were fighting each other for money lately, but———”

“money? So you’re aiming for Padreld? Whoa… … .”

“I was just listening, so don’t drive me away! Because I was just watching… … There is no duty or loyalty to warn Padreld about it. Surely that’s why I shouldn’t be treated like a criminal?”

“Why are you so excited? Or not.”

“You say that!”

“Do I have to consider your position? I hate that. There is no obligation or loyalty to a bastard who doesn’t pay for the window several times and is cheap and stands out.”

Tiff and Nerein’s argument escalated.

Swear words denigrating each other came and went quickly. Like this, there were also people who didn’t get along with each other.

Among them, Frankie and Baldar are the closest to the bad guys.

However, the two of them were quiet today.

I just sit there with my head down.

Looking at his expression, he looked very serious. Until I break out in a cold sweat.

“I heard that the two of you were at war and negotiated two days ago… … What happened?”

“… … .”

Someone asked, but there was no answer.

Just then, the door opened and Padreld, who had hosted the convocation, appeared.

But behind him was a man in a robe gleaming with platinum and gold.

‘Who is it?’

All but two of them were in agreement.

I couldn’t understand what was going on, so I sat there dumbfounded, and a man of good manners took the seat of honor, and Padrell stood up next to him.

Silence lasted for a few seconds.

Padreld, who looked at everyone, opened his mouth.

“Everyone, thank you so much for coming. Everyone came except for Gypsy Rat and Let’s. I’m glad I was able to take the hassle out of it.”

It was something meaningful.

Either that or not, Nerain opened her mouth with an intrigued gaze.

“I’m in a hurry, so I want you to get straight to the point. I wonder what smuggled goods you have prepared… … I’m going crazy wanting to know who that handsome guy who took your place is.”

“I wanted to introduce myself first. In fact, it was because of this person’s request that this place was created.”

Only then do embarrassed faces appear.

Franky and Baldar bowed their heads, and Padreld politely pointed to the Infinite Mage.

“This is the current ruler of Roapra, Mr. Asher.”

* * *

There are two kings in the kingdom of Estyria.

One of them is Grond Vale di Baladis, the pinnacle of Vintert that reigned over Loapra, a huge underground city.

Its mighty strength and brutal notoriety were widely known throughout the eastern continent’s underworld.

But that Grond died a while ago.

It wasn’t death from disease, death from old age, or death from an accident… … The news that he was killed by an even more overwhelming force.

Everyone was astonished that the seat of power of the largest dark house had been usurped.

And on the other hand, I also had a strong interest.

About who really trampled on Grond and climbed on top of it.

Rumor has it that he is a wizard and has an exceptional appearance… … There was no way to know unless he had to leave the Dominion’s arms and go to the dangerous Loafra.

By the way, who are you now?

“no… … Are you saying that? Going back and forth in the canyon, I can see what happened to his head.”

“Hahaha, yes. I have to talk nonsense, what the hell are you going to do with this sluggish atmosphere?”

“why? Isn’t it funny because it’s so absurd? They say he’s the king of the underworld after enlisting some aristocratic youngster.”

“Suddenly Roapra. It’s ridiculous.”

They dismiss it as a joke and laugh it off.

In such a situation, only Nerein and Tiff instinctively sensed a strange current.

That Padreld wasn’t the kind of guy who would suddenly say bullshit.

Even in the yard where all the forces in the back alley were summoned… … Moreover, Frankie and Baldar are showing a rigid attitude.

‘They’re the ones with high self-esteem, so they’re not the ones to stay still.’

There is one more strange thing.

The stranger’s appearance was too conspicuous to just ignore.

‘Gray hair and transparent walls… … ?’

It is a physical characteristic that I have never seen in my life.

As I realized him, doubt slowly stirred up my memory.

The information that passed by without knowing it came to mind, and soon it was concluded as a possibility.

Nerein and Tiff.

The two looked at Padreld with wide eyes. He who created the current situation was smiling.

“you… … You said you had something to say about contraband? Wasn’t that what summoned us?”

“There is a brand new black tobacco, but I had no intention of selling the smuggled product. As you can see, this situation was the purpose.”

“So you’re lying?”

“It is a lie. If I had told the truth, most would not have been frightened. I couldn’t help it.”

“Are you insane?! You say that now?!”

Padreld was bombarded with protests.

The smiles gradually disappeared from the rest of the faces as they sensed the conversation getting more and more serious.

It was at that time when the commotion quickly grew and became noisy.

“quiet.”

Silence came at that word.

The presence that emanated from the emotionless voice was by no means something that could be ignored.

Naturally, my fingertips trembled.

The wall moves.

Verden looked at the crowd once.

“Padreld gave a brief introduction, so let’s get straight to the point.”

No one objected.

A feeling of heaviness that suppressed even the repulsive feeling weighed down the air.

Survival instinct trained in the back alleys.

Whether Padreld’s words were true or not, it was clear to me that he was not a man to dare to oppose.

Still, there are people who can’t stay still.

“I’m sure you’re really… … .”

Siamon, the bartender who makes and sells moonshine, paused while talking.

Because Baldar, who was sitting next to him, grabbed his wrist with a thick grip.

I was about to scream out in pain, but Frankie, who was across from me, only licked her lips.

───Shut up if you don’t want to get lost, God X.

Fear and life were young in their eyes.

Siamon narrowed his eyes and twitched his chin at the rare sight.

‘How the hell did these two scumbags get so frightened?’

Did he even beat him to death? It looks fine to me.

I didn’t know why, but I couldn’t say anything more because of the atmosphere.

Verden said.

“The reason I came to the Dominion of Midlos and summoned you through Padreld was because I had one thing to do.”

“Poem, what should I do… … .”

“A case involving the Mamentus Company and the Rainbow Inn. Focusing on those two, other small information is needed. So come and save me.”

It was a firm command.

Everyone except Padrell was at a loss. They were busy just staring at each other.

Nerain stuttered.

“Me, you, it’s so sudden that I don’t know how to answer. No, I don’t mean to refuse… … Why are you seeking such information? … ?”

“I don’t know why.”

but.

“This should be enough motivation.”

Took.

Verden pulled out a thick wad of bills.

* * *

No matter how much he is called the king of the underworld, he knows that he can’t just follow what someone he sees for the first time.

Even if I accepted it, I wouldn’t be able to do it. I had no intention of threatening him with a lifeline.

Because there was money, an intuitive, reasonable and convenient means.

Padrell said.

“Basically, we will give you a minimum activity fee, and after that, you will be paid as performance bonuses.”

“Performance pay… … say?”

“There will be an amount commensurate with the importance of the information. Under Asher’s subjective judgment. Of course, you assured me, ‘I’m not going to beat the price,’ so you don’t have to worry about that part.”

Then heat began to rise in the room.

The leaders of the backstreet forces cautiously chatted with each other, and Verden waited for him leisurely.

Then, Tiff raised his hand.

“If there is any small information… … Are you accepting this too? It’s about the trafficker’s wagon raid… … .”

“Tell me.”

Verden agreed.

Tiff cleared his throat and continued.

“Recently, not in this city, but in other parts of the Dominion, all sorts of things are being sold somewhere at a high price. Weapons, armor, potions, magic items, etc… … And even tobacco that can only be distributed in the Central Continent.”

“At the beginning of the year?”

Faber, the black tobacco in Padreld’s carriage.

Were these guys looking for that? It wasn’t exactly the information I wanted, but it was ambiguous to just ignore it.

Looking at the items mentioned, it seemed like they were preparing for war.

‘And examples are important.’

Verden gave the bundle of bills to Tiff with telekinesis.

“Take it and write it. If you find out the details, depending on the importance, I will pay you several times that amount.”

“Oh, thank you!”

Tiff touched the money with force.

thick thickness. No matter how you look at it, it was real, not counterfeit. The distinctive smell of paper stung my nose.

The appearance of actually paying money caused a great sensation.

There was not a single one of them who did not need money. Moreover, in a recession like the present one.

Motivation to follow orders is sufficient.

I am determined to do my best. Everyone’s eyes started to light up.

Verden, who looked directly at him, put a wedge in.

“Whether it’s openly asking questions or gathering information without anyone knowing, I won’t ask about the means. Bring in as much of the information I mentioned earlier as quickly and as much as possible, barring the absolutely useless ones. I’ll make the value judgment. Do you understand?”

He moved his head quickly.

No matter how hard I nodded, the answer didn’t come out.

Seeing that everyone agreed, Verden lay down on the backrest.

“Then break up.”

Ururu!

Eight leaders rushed outside at once.

Motivation seemed more than enough. In an empty space, only Padreld and Verden were left.

“The Dominion will be very noisy.”

“The desired sea.”

Only then will the reaction come.

Whether it’s the hostile forces of the Bohemirn Magic Tower, or whoever.

* * *

Heat boils in the alleys of the Dominion.

It was more promiscuous, but it had a coherent purpose.

Backstreet residents belonging to different factions moved as if competing.

“It’s been over 30 days since I infiltrated the Dominion… … This is the first time something like this has happened.”

“therefore. Shit, I feel bad.”

Two men and women in green robes whispered.

They were so immersed in the streets of the Dominion that no one noticed that they were outsiders.

Citizens passed by without paying attention.

The woman gave a small voice.

“The Dominion suddenly became like this… … Could it be because of him?”

“Yes, he is the only one.”

The person they were referring to was Asher.

He had already figured out his history as a usurper of Roapra and a mighty wizard.

And even that outward appearance.

The woman biting her lip nervously exclaimed.

“No, why did the apex of the underworld come to the Dominion? And why are you making all this fuss?! I was able to get a clue because of that, but it totally messed up!”

“Calm down, Rebecca. Still, isn’t Asher a ‘wizard’? Maybe he’s the talent we’re looking for.”

“Human Resources? Roapra, where only trash lives, is that ruler a human resource? Ethan, are you serious? Ha, would it be better to bring in a beast?”

“Master said the same thing. Never judge a person only by their outward appearance, but be sure to see through the inside. And just because he reigns in the underworld doesn’t necessarily mean he’s a bad person.”

“Hmph, this time will not be an exception. Let’s see it somewhere.”

The woman, Rebecca, jerked her head away.

The same sleazy attitude as always. It was a familiar whining to Ethan, her priest.

“… … And Ethan, at this point, moving the garbage in the back alleys and digging up information without being openly obsessive, isn’t it very suspicious? Of course, in this place where the arrogant magic towers are related to the forces we are looking for, who are hostile to the Bohemian towers.”

“Of course it is award-winning. To the point where I can’t guess what the hell they’re aiming for.”

Ethan drew an arc with his characteristic narrow eyes.

“So shouldn’t we dig for information too? Inevitably, the period of stay in the Dominion will be longer.”

“Oh really! This inn is seriously the worst!”

Rebecca and Ethan walk down the street.

After a while, people passed by, and the two men and women disappeared.