I Became the Guild Leader in Exile - I Became the Guild Leader in Exile chapter 86

86 – 2# The gigantic serpent that devours the world (6)

Yormungand.

When the end times come, the gigantic serpent will swallow the world. But in reality, it was just a naive child who didn’t know anything. Regardless of its actual age.

This was because it wasn’t a being that could be measured by human years and concepts. Furthermore, Yormungand was abandoned in the sea as soon as it was born, so it didn’t have the opportunity to learn anything.

So its mind was still young, and that had an impact on its physical body as well. But it’s okay now. It can learn many things from its older sister.

“Yor?”

“Sister!”

This was the first time they were meeting. Yormungand immediately recognized its family member, Fenrir. Fenrir, who had also recognized its younger sibling Yormungand, rushed out with a burst of speed.

A touching family reunion took place. But Isaac couldn’t continue watching. Cain, the Guild Master, had called him. What was it this time?

Isaac readily responded to Cain’s call. After all, Cain was the one who took care of the guild’s work. Cain let out a sigh as he looked at Isaac.

“Master, are you in your right mind?”

In the guild’s office, where the master and vice-master worked together. Cain asked the question directly, without even taking a sip of his tea. The master’s actions were practically a provocation.

“Are you planning to declare war on the Empire? If so, you should have given us a heads-up.”

This wasn’t the first time, nor was it the second time, that they had clashed with the Empire. They had even inflicted massive damage on the Empire’s upper echelons. It wouldn’t be strange if the Empire declared war on them.

If that was the intention, they should have at least given a warning. But the master’s actions were full of intentions, despite saying otherwise.

“I think I’m at fault on that point.”

“Then, you’re not planning to declare war?”

“At least, I’m not. But I won’t back down from an incoming fight.”

“I see. Then, we should prepare in advance.”

“I trust you, Cain.”

Cain could easily interpret Isaac’s intentions. He didn’t plan to declare war on the Empire first, but if they were to provoke him, he would retaliate.

‘In other words, he’s willing to go to war.’

But surprisingly, Cain accepted the fact calmly. Isaac trusted Cain deeply, but Zik, who was stuck to Isaac’s side, was not convinced.

‘What’s this guy planning?’

In normal situations, the vice-master would try to take control by manipulating the master’s actions. Of course, Zik acknowledged Cain’s dedication, but that was a separate matter.

‘It’s obvious he’s suspicious.’

But no matter what, it was hard to believe that Cain would suspect Isaac right in front of him. Cain barely managed to hold back his laughter. Unfortunately, he was wrong this time.

Cain had never harbored such thoughts from the start.

Five years ago, after he had saved the woman he loved, Cain had never thought that the master’s actions were wrong. That was only natural.

He had also been saved by someone he thought was foolish. The master’s judgments always had a reason. He just followed closely behind, protecting him.

‘It’s amazing how a vagabond like me became the guild’s vice-master.’

He didn’t like being bound by someone. So, he just followed the path and walked. Then, he stopped by a place called Salen, and that’s where he first experienced love.

Living with the woman he loved and his comrades, who he thought of as family, wasn’t boring at all. Every day was enjoyable and fulfilling. Had he wanted this from the start?

So, he had no intention of giving up this happiness. The master’s enemy was their enemy. If they stood with the master, no enemy could defeat them.

‘But the Empire is not an opponent to be underestimated.’

Cain knew this well from his years of experience as a vagabond. The Empire’s power was not inferior to Gideon’s. In fact, if you looked at their overall power, they might even surpass Gideon’s.

The reason was simple.

They were powerful warriors who were raised through strict control and censorship. They were able to execute methods that were difficult to grow through normally, all in the name of God.

Until the very end.

You can never let your guard down.

* * *

Yor Mongand was gazing around with an overflowing sense of curiosity. It’s no wonder, having spent his whole life underwater and finally emerging. His curiosity was at its peak.

Isaac understood this and granted Penril a day to explore Gideon together. Initially, he had intended to spend time only with his family.

However, due to the opposition from Cain and other guild members, Isaac and Zig decided to join them. Unexpectedly, Penril accepted this decision without a fuss.

“I’m sorry, I wanted to spend some quality time with my family.”

“It’s okay. If I didn’t, I would have asked you anyway.”

There’s a process to things, and Penril understood it well. No matter how innocent his intentions were, his credibility didn’t exist yet.

In such a situation, if something went wrong, he would have to take responsibility, and his hard-earned reputation might be ruined. At least, he wanted to avoid that.

“Sister, are you really my sister?”

“Yes, I’m your sister, Yor.”

“I missed you. Did you miss me too, sister?”

“I missed you a lot too.”

Isaac nodded, watching Yor Mongand, who was being pampered by his sister. Yes, kids are like that. They should grow up happily like that.

“Master, do you like kids?”

“I don’t dislike them.”

“I’m relieved to hear that.”

“What’s that supposed to mean?”

“It means nothing.”

Isaac felt a brief chill down his spine, but he brushed it off as mere imagination since there was no reason for it. Thanks to that, Isaac didn’t notice Zig’s gaze, which was like salivating at the sight of delicious food.

Cain let out a deep sigh and said, “At least Master doesn’t have to worry about his physical strength.”

“I’m confident in my physical strength.”

“That’s not the problem… Never mind.”

Cain stopped talking. He didn’t live a life where he could interfere with others’ love lives. Instead, he cautioned Penril and Yor Mongand.

“Of course, don’t reveal your true nature. There are many enemies in Gideon.”

“Many enemies in Gideon? Why?”

“Are you talking about those who don’t welcome us?”

“That’s part of it. But there are many more people who look down on Master.”

Cain spoke the truth. Isaac didn’t receive absolute support in Gideon. Although there were many who praised him as a hero who ended the Age of Blood.

On the other hand, there were those who criticized the current state of Gideon as weak and blamed Master for it. A representative example was Gereion, who revived the Hades Guild.

Of course, the Creta Guild and Amazoness, who were in an alliance, had an overwhelming advantage, so they couldn’t even fight. They just kept making snide remarks from behind.

“Those b*stards. They’re so cunning, following the law while secretly plotting something. They’re really clever.”

They were clever, pretending to obey the rules while secretly scheming. They followed all the guild’s laws and regulations.

Moreover, they perfectly understood Master’s personality and never touched anything related to his family. For instance, they had almost clashed with Philese, who had tried to thank Gereion earlier.

But the new master of the Hades Guild took full responsibility, including penalties and punishment, so Philese ended up looking like a dog chasing its own tail.

In the end, the opponent was not someone to be underestimated. Neither the law nor Gereion. They were all the same. If they gave their opponents an opening, they might suffer significant losses.

“The strategy is to not let those two leave the guild.”

“Then what’s the difference between us and the law?”

“I knew our Master would say that.”

It’s because this is a personal space, so he can speak more comfortably. Yeah, this is the Master I know, who prioritizes family above all else. That foolish, stupid guy.

But that’s why.

We would never work under someone else’s authority.

We acknowledge him as Master and follow him.

And it’s not just because he’s an idealist.

He possesses overwhelming power that everyone respects and acknowledges.

So, he can surely realize his ideals to the end.