Tale of the Fake Hero - Chapter 239



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Season 3: Episode 47

“Being in such a dark place makes my heart dark.”

After Aydin left, and while he was pondering for a moment, Eshir dragged him out of the tent of the field hospital.

Snow… … .

Black snow is falling… … .

The southwestern horizon was blackened by a veil of volcanic ash, making it impossible to see anything. It seemed as if the world had changed.

“What did I say? I said that when you’re feeling down, there’s nothing better than dancing with a sword. Now, Camilla’s.”

As I was looking at the horizon, Asher threw something at me.

An unusually long-bladed attitude for a normal category… …was a swordsman.

It felt unfamiliar for a moment, but when I held the hilt of the knife, I felt the light of memories brighten my heart.

– Kami, it’s a birthday present.

– Okay, Kami! Let’s begin!

The wood of the sword hilt was deeply imbued with the smell of sweat.

This wasn’t just the smell of sweat.

It was evidence of the days I spent with my teacher. As the memories spread deep into my heart, my depressed feelings subsided.

“Thank you, Sister. This is something very precious to me.”

The waves of light that bloom in that memory… …will be a sense of relief that cannot be obtained through anything else.

“Thank you. I’m going to get beaten up pretty badly from now on.”

Ashur took the stance from his back, the first form of the eleven-character diagram, and the flat (?) posture as a rider.

“Let’s see how big our Camilla has grown.”

No, I… … I was about to mutter and refuse, but then a sword strike flew at me and my body moved on its own.

“You’re half a beat late, you’re drawing out your magic!”

That’s why I thought it would definitely not be able to withstand that attack and the first form of the circle would break, but the posture was only slightly disturbed and did not collapse.

‘What? How?’

Suddenly, Aydin’s words came to mind. He said that during the process of primitivism, bone density became abnormally high and hardened.

‘Is that the echo?’

The muscle strength deficiencies that were naturally inherent in the body during childhood are not felt at all at this point.

“She has a death-seeking expression, but Camilla’s body is telling her that she wants to live and dance more passionately than anyone else.”

But my body was creaking.

Could it be that the blood vessels and tendons haven’t properly developed in the body that grew so quickly?

It seemed like it would take a long time to move at will.

“No, this is… … .”

“Okay, next!”

The second form of the tithe, the track.

Asher’s entire body was spinning violently, and there was no stopping the centrifugal force.

This is a technique where the sword and scabbard, held in reverse, spin together with the body like a top and tear apart the target.

‘It’ll be too late with just a circle… …!’

Something was needed to weaken the power even a little.

The third form of the ten-letter alphabet is dull.

Strikes the ground to create a ripple of magical power. A technique that weakens the magical power within the opponent’s body, slowing the flow and intensity of power. However.

“Very good move!”

The third form of the tithe, dull.

As Ashir slammed his boots hard on the ground, an identical wave was created, canceling out and annihilating the dull wave.

“But didn’t you know this? The ten-character diagram and the eleven-character diagram have many overlapping patterns!”

This is absolutely not an unstoppable offensive.

All the nerves and strength in the body are concentrated on the evasive movement. The head and hips are pulled back as far as possible behind the center of gravity.

Your posture collapses along with your center of gravity, and gravity pulls your back to the ground. Then, by striking the ground with your sword and sheathed fist, you convert the force of that fall into an evasive maneuver.

“!”

If I were to summarize all of these movements in one sentence, I would say, ‘I did a somersault and made a big gap.’

‘I thought you chased me for a long time.’

Ashur had already advanced far ahead.

The gap in skill seemed the same.

It felt just like the moment we first met.

‘But it’s strange, so strange’

This lagging behind did not feel sad or hopeless at all.

Because it seemed like an indicator that he could grow as much as that.

Is it because the teacher’s words to only look forward have become a part of my life?

“Wow, woahhh!”

“Did you see that? Just now? That was crazy! That was a total stunt!”

“What, why is it so noisy?”

“The disciples of Payquerier are performing sword dance!”

“I want to see it too.”

“me too!”

I wasn’t even paying attention, but before I knew it, a large group of soldiers were surrounding me and cheering.

The soldiers’ uniforms were all different.

Some of them had different affiliations, different commanders, and different physical conditions, so they wore hospital gowns or had bandages wrapped around them.

“Look at that, Kami.”

As if he wouldn’t give me a chance to even glance around, Ashir closed the gap in an instant and rushed forward.

“Everyone is watching us.”

“Well, my sister suddenly said this-!”

“-Not only on the battlefield, but also in ordinary times like this, people look at warriors.”

The voices of Eshir and Camilla are not heard by the soldiers, covered by the sound of the clashing of the ten-letter and eleven-letter scales.

I can’t figure out what you’re talking about.

Since Ashir only spoke when the swords met, the interval between the clashing sounds was a time for his own thoughts.

“There is no one who is not afraid of the tragedy that occurred in . There is no one who is not afraid of going there again. Why wouldn’t they be afraid?”

“Sister, you look like you’re not scared.”

“What are you talking about! I’m scared too! I’m just not showing it! That won’t do!”

“why?!”

“The Master said that a warrior should not be afraid. To be exact, if you show that you are afraid! Wherever you are! A warrior stands in the vanguard! People naturally look to the warrior’s back!”

“!”

“If the warrior hesitates and gets scared, everyone else will get scared too. If the warrior sighs, everyone else will sigh, and if he has a gloomy expression, it’s the same!”

“ah…….”

“That’s not being a hero! That’s why I try to smile brighter when I’m scared. Like this. Yahahahahahaha!”

In the sound of Asher’s laughter, I could catch a glimpse of my master.

On the battlefield, I recalled the back of my teacher, who had blossomed like a flower of courage and led everyone with its fragrance.

There was no hesitation on his back. There was no fear, no terror, only the courage to lead those who followed.

“Fear is contagious, right? Courage is the same. I think courage is the flip side of fear.”

“Like a coin?”

“Yeah! As expected, Camilla is smart! Only a warrior can turn that fear into courage. They are scarier than anyone else, but they say to others, ‘Don’t be scared, don’t be scared!’ with their words and actions! That’s how they get called a warrior, which means a brave person!”

Although we are only three years apart in age, whenever I meet Asher, I am always amazed by his dreams, words, and thoughts.

How can that be possible?

The answer seemed to be in that environment. I grew up in the first Payquery Corps, a place where only the best talents gathered, and learned a lot.

Kaaaaaaaang—–!

Is the lecture over now?

Unable to withstand Ashur’s sincere attack, Geomsoon flew far away.

Some of the soldiers who were watching cried out, “Wow!” and ran around to avoid the point where the sword landed.

“I wish I could say something similar to what my sister just said to the teacher… … .”

After falling down and hitting his buttocks, he looked at Geomsoon and muttered, and Ashir held out his hand and said.

“When I was so frustrated, I will give back what my teacher said to me. An adult is made by piling up ‘firsts.’”

“… … ?”

“It’s natural to make mistakes since it’s your first time. It’s also natural to not know much. So what? You can just start learning from now on. Look around you. There’s so much to learn. This is the first Payquerier Corps!”

Second Step, Accompanying the Leading Payquerier (2)

After the catastrophe of , the leading payquerier, Vinessa Alter Renault, was at the center of the gathering of troops on the Eastern Front.

The Eastern Front was the gateway to the interior.

If the Eastern Front is also broken through by the Demons, the path to the Red Holy Land, , will open, and if falls, the fall of the Adrion Continent will be certain.

Binessa sets the defensive stronghold at , a railway transfer station in the southern part of the continent, and builds a defensive line by connecting trenches and fortresses on a wide scale centered around this place.

The purpose of the defensive line was to collect casualties from the Daejeon phenomenon and to block the advance of the Demon Tribe.

“If you’ve made up your mind, it’s best to say it yourself. The Master hates people who speak through other people’s mouths the most in the world.”

The place Eshir guided us to was the city hall of . In this era, most city halls were requisitioned as command buildings.

“Yeah, sis.”

was a modern city built with a transfer station, so unlike , which boasted a long history, it did not have the grandeur of a long time ago, but was full of practical beauty.

“And… … I can’t help you from the side. If I did, it would only leave a bad impression. I really hate being influenced by others. Not only the Master, but the whole corps.”

There wasn’t a single creaking sound of wood as we walked down the long hallway leading to the command and control room, or mayor’s office.

As Eshir reached the doorway, the soldiers took up a guarding position and opened the door for him.

The market room was a place where the sunlight was refreshing. Birds were perched on the door. The atmosphere of nature was so comfortable, but the atmosphere of the people was extremely solemn.

‘It’s heavy… … .’

It’s like having a rock on your shoulders, a breathtaking tension… Is it because the best talents are gathered here?

Typically, a Payquerier corps consists of four to five officers.

The Blood Demon Corps, which operates a division-level force on its own, had a staff of as many as nine people.

“Ashir, why did you bring that child?”

A middle-aged woman wearing a witch’s hat asked softly.

Even the wide brim couldn’t hide her dignified impression. The magic of the air rippling gracefully.

This great man was none other than the teacher of the witch of sloth, Melene, and the current head of the Southern Republic Witch Association, the priestess of compassion, Silamine.

“Our Camilla said she wanted to join the Blood Demon Corps. Just until she returns to the Crimson Corps.”

As soon as Asher finished speaking, an uncomfortable air began to float through the room.

The entire executive team glared at Camilla with narrowed eyes, and soon someone burst into laughter.

“Even a baby knows that there is no time to play around right now. If you were playing around, I would laugh. And the adults sitting here are not playing, they are working, so get out of here.”

The name of the man who lifted his hat slightly to reveal his bushy beard was Chapel.

He is one of the ten existing GLaDOS (4-star) wizards. In short, he is the mainstay of the Blood Horse Corps, on par with Delfred Wolf Vlaaddo.

As a disciple of the Osarius School, which was considered the best battle mage school by producing the great wizard Rin during the turbulent times, he was characterized by his hat, blue robes, and staff.

“Hey, why are you talking so harshly to a kid who’s not even fifteen? That’s why he’s not popular with the girls at that age.”

A woman with a cheerful impression, Leora, spoke, hitting her palm with her bandaged fist.

As you can guess from the scars that cover his red bob, he is one of the ten or so remaining ‘Red Pilgrims’.

The Red Pilgrims are the disciples of Akira of Hongyeon, the eldest daughter of the Three Young Dragons. They are said to be masters of martial arts who learned martial arts from Akira.

“Are you bored without Asher? Sorry. I’ll finish it soon and send you there, so don’t worry and just go.”

Camilla took a breath.

From now on, it’s important.

“No, I came to join the Blood Demon Legion. This is no joke! I, I! I can help! I’ve dealt with Uruk generals and Blood Clan infants! Even if I can’t help, I won’t hold you back!”

Camilla carefully watched the reactions of the executives sitting in their various positions in the mayor’s office. Someone stood up and banged his fist on the table.

“This isn’t a joke?”

Blood Horse Regiment Scout Captain, MacKennan.

Among the nine executives, he was the one with the weakest presence. It wasn’t because he was the weakest.

From the assassin’s mask to his hood, the clothes woven with magical threads were the same color as the room, concealing his entire body.

“Then I can’t tolerate it any longer. I’ll have to give you a real beating.”

“McKennan, stay still.”

“How can you stay still, Priestess! Hey you brat, don’t you know where this is? This is the Blood Demon Corps! It’s the direct command unit of the top Payquerier. Those who can’t prove that they’re the best can’t even set foot here! It’s a world apart from the Red Lotus Corps, which is full of idiots.”

“What are you saying now?”

“Oh~ You know how to get angry. You’re scary too. But you know, the insults I received from you are nothing compared to this? Oh, was it just a joke? Did your teacher teach you that kind of thing as a funny joke?”

Camilla could not understand at the time why she had to endure such humiliation just for expressing her desire to join.

Because I have narrow knowledge… … .

Because I have no thoughts… … .

The best units only accept the best members, so that they can protect each other’s lives.

“I can tolerate insults a hundred or a thousand times, but I will never tolerate insults to my teacher or to my family members, no matter who it is!”

As Camilla clenched her fists and shouted, McKennon chuckled. Leona said.

“McKennan, you, really. What’s wrong?”

“Just stay still. I’ll take care of educating this little brat.”

Mackennon is the number one disciple of the Black Horn Sword Sect and is a strong candidate for the next leader.

One of the seven noble swords, the Black Horn Sword Sect is famous for using daggers and various hidden weapons. Its magical power uses poison, one of the four elements.

Men who are inferior to women in terms of mana chain have found other ways to survive. Representative examples include the Cheonchang Sword Sect (????) that uses spears as their main weapons, the Nanryun Sword Sect (????) that uses blunt weapons and giant swords as their main weapons, and the Heukgak Sword Sect.

“I’ll scold you until you cry so you won’t say something like that again.”

McKennan pulled a knife out of his pocket.

“You think it could help? What’s wrong with an Uruk general and a blood-related infant?”

The moment I blinked, I felt three iron needles between my fingers, the speed of the climax.

“Those low-level thugs kill more people than the Blood Demon Corps eats, you idiot!”

In another blink, McKennan whipped his hand around and hurled the dagger at Camilla.

There are three blood types being targeted.

The head blood vessel controls consciousness, the chest blood vessel controls body movements, and the middle blood vessel is the passageway for tension throughout the body.

‘If you take a short nap and wake up, your fatigue will be relieved and your skin will become shiny.’

Because Mackennan’s actions were insincere and not life-like, not only Eshir but also no one among the executives stepped forward to stop him.

It seems like a disaster.

As if he couldn’t stop it.

It seems like it’s starting again.

Each of them sighed or touched their foreheads in their own way, but it didn’t take long for their eyes to widen.

‘You avoided it?’

The sixth form of the ten-character sword, the spinning technique that was learned over and over again while learning the Seommu Cham, focuses all the power that controls the body on turning the body half a turn to the side.

‘Even if it wasn’t sincere, that knife throw from McKennan?’

The ten-character sword is a sword technique of linkage.

The law also connects everything.

Before the rotation is even completed, no, the rotational power is completely converted into angular force. The body rushes forward, breaking the wooden floor of the launch pad.

‘Hit me? Kick me? What should I do?’

Although I gave in to anger, anger, and bloodlust, when I actually ran right in front of my target, I became confused about what to do.

So I couldn’t do anything.

As a result, he did not show any killing intent, and McKennan, who tried to defend against the attack, was flustered and could not make any significant reaction.

“?”

“?”

“?”

So… …is that why Camilla ended up clinging to McKennan’s upper body? Like a niece clinging to her uncle.

“Phu, puhat!”

As Asher burst into laughter first, Silamine also laughed quietly, and the other executives also began to giggle, happy that they had something to tease their colleagues about for the next year.

“Hey, someone bring me a camera.”

“It’s such a shame that only we are seeing this.”

“My cute niece is acting so cute. Could you please give her some pocket money, Uncle?”

Only then did McKennon, who understood the situation, become enraged and push Camilla away.

“You little brat, how far will you go to insult me-!”

All the commotion ended with a single word, a word that cut through the crevices of breath more sharply than any blade.

“-I told you to gather, I didn’t tell you to make a fuss.”

All of the executives, except for their close friend, the priestess Silamine, and their disciple, Aeshir, stood upright for a moment and saluted.

There was no need to ask why.

The moment she witnessed that voice and that presence, the girl’s entire body was already overwhelmed and surrendered before it.

“Everyone, salute Captain Vinessa.”

Vinessa Alter Renault.

The rank is first-class pay querier.

In other words, he is the strongest of the 12 existing pay queriers.

“No need for the vain salute, just tell me why you were talking until I came.”