The Genius Archer Who Became a One-Man Army - Chapter 82



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◈ Genius Shin-Gung who became a one-man army (82)

“Wow, you’re a thousand-year-old man?”

Varus looked so surprised that his buttocks jerked for a moment.

I thought it would grow even bigger as the ball that ended the long battle of Bieltona grew bigger.

But no matter how big the ball is, can a person who was a hundred-year-old general become a thousand-year-old general?

Of course, if you look back at the long history of the kingdom, there may have been those who received such special promotions.

But when I encountered such a case directly, I couldn’t help but be surprised.

Lian said at Varus’ surprised expression.

“The first thing that came to mind was Barus. I came to Bieltona with the hope that Barus would come to Arrowhead.”

I had a lot of concerns when I came to Bieltona.

It is true that Varus and his unit are a force to be reckoned with, but I was worried about whether it was realistically possible to bring Varus along.

Bieltona is a home for Varus.

Having been here for a long time, I can’t help but have a special affection for Bieltona.

That’s why I thought that Barus might be able to leave Bieltona, but looking at Barus now, I have a slightly different opinion.

At Lian’s words, Varus’s eyes slightly wavered.

“You mean all the troops here?”

“That is not a matter I can decide. It is up to the soldiers, including Barus, to make the decision.”

And then Lian spoke to Varus, hesitating a little.

“However… I would be very grateful if you could join us, but Arrowhead’s path ahead could be arduous. There could be difficult battles ahead.”

“That doesn’t matter!”

Varus jumped up from his seat and shouted.

Suddenly, a strange vitality took over his face.

As if in an instant, the person’s expression changed, and Lian and Isaac gulped and remained silent.

Varus looked at the two and said.

“I’ll figure it out right away.”

“You don’t have to rush. You can stay in Bieltona for about ten days.”

“I do that because I want to do it quickly.”

“Then I will ask for your help.”

Contrary to my worries when coming to Bieltona, things felt like they were going smoothly.

Barus quickly ran out of the room, and Isaac looked at Lian, still perplexed by Barus’ appearance, and asked.

“Something… seems really happy.”

“From Barus’ perspective, it may be that he has found a way forward.”

“Is this the way to go to the battlefield? If you want to go to the battlefield, why don’t you just move your troops to another area?”

The Kingdom of Artian is still in conflict in many places and many fights are taking place.

Rather, considering the capabilities of Varus’s troops, it would be much better for the kingdom to move to another location and be active on the battlefield.

Isaac asked Lian as if he didn’t understand. Lian shook her head.

“I don’t think he could have left on his own. He’s a person with a strong sense of responsibility.”

He must have been protecting Bieltona for a long time and thought he should protect it in the future as well.

Because that’s the kind of person the Barus I know is.

That’s why I think that maybe what he needed was a ‘justification’ that he could convince himself of.

And whatever the intention, it seemed that for Varus, ‘Rian and the Arrowhead Unit’ was enough of a ’cause’ that he could convince himself of.

‘but…….’

To be honest, there was something else that surprised Lian.

For Varus to join the Arrowhead unit would mean he would be joining under him.

For some people, it may be something they hate more than death, even though they have strong self-esteem.

But for Barus, such things didn’t seem to be a concern even for a moment.

This could also mean that Barus acknowledges Lian.

“Let’s just wait for now. Just because Barus-sama moves doesn’t mean that it will necessarily lead to a good result.”

Lian had to be as careful as possible.

Once you get into a political fight, the moment you have a thousand-man force, a mudslinging battle can break out.

Each and every life of these people is precious.

They should be able to ‘choose’ for themselves whether or not to take such risks.

“yes.”

Isaac also agreed with Lian’s thoughts. So now all the two of them could do was wait.

* * *

It wasn’t just a decision made on impulse.

As Barus left the quarters and walked towards where the soldiers were gathered, he thought back to the past few months.

‘It was already decided. It was just that I couldn’t put it into action because of my weakness.’

When the pass through the Porhen Valley was destroyed and the war was declared over Bieltona, the Arrowheads returned to their original positions.

As he watched them leave, Varus felt a hollow feeling in his chest.

And what he really wanted then was,

‘I wanted to be with them.’

Standing still for so long was a hellish experience for Varus.

I wanted to fight and I wanted to move forward.

That’s what the departing Arrowhead unit looked like.

A model unit that is moving forward steadily, one step at a time, to achieve their goals.

And Lian, who was commanding that unit, was a man who was getting closer to his ideals.

Although he is young, he continues to grow differently from others and makes the absurd a reality.

It’s like the utopia I dreamed of when I first became a soldier.

Kuk.

With his resolve firmly established, Varus clenched his fists and began to rally his soldiers.

* * *

“What’s going on?”

“I think it’s been a long time since Captain Barus gathered us all together like this?”

At the sudden call, the soldiers gathered in front of the eastern gate of Bielton with puzzled expressions.

Since it was also the place with the widest space, people gathered here whenever there was something special.

Homer waited for Varus in silence.

‘What are you thinking about…?’

It definitely seems to have something to do with Lian and Isaac, but I couldn’t have predicted it.

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As soon as Varus appeared, the soldiers’ eyes turned to him.

“Phew…….”

Varus looked at the gathered soldiers.

The number is roughly five hundred?

Since there were many people who had no choice but to take up weapons in the first place, there were quite a few who returned to their original lives after the battle with the Hulk ended.

Varus looked at the assembled soldiers and said.

“The reason we’ve gathered here is to convey an important matter.”

A charismatic look I’ve seen before.

As Varus spoke, the soldiers focused on his words with stern expressions.

Varus continued.

“I won’t beat around the bush. The captain and deputy captain of the Arrowhead unit that fought here with me have arrived. They came here to supplement the soldiers of the Arrowhead unit, which has grown in size due to its contribution to this battle.”

There is no reason to talk about it in the first place.

Besides, Varus had no intention of persuading the soldiers.

I just want to be with people who think the same way as me.

“They say that Arrowhead will be deployed in a difficult battle in the future. But I will still go to the Arrowhead unit.”

Swish.

And then Barus took a quick look around.

Bieltona has lost its former ruin-like appearance and is now a place where people can live.

If they remain here, some may be able to build a peaceful family, have children, and live happily, just like they dreamed.

Since the land is being developed, there will be no problem in making a living.

But Varus didn’t want to do that.

‘There is no place for me here…’

Varus looked at the soldiers and said.

“Those who wish to find peace, remain here. But those who still need the heat of the battlefield… Will you come with me to the Arrowhead Force?”

At those words, some of the soldiers began to become greatly agitated.

Because Varus seemed like a crazy person, abandoning the peace he had finally found after a dozen years and going back to the battlefield.

at that time,

Damn it.

“I want to be with you, Barus.”

“I want to go to the battlefield too.”

Suddenly, several soldiers stepped forward and stood in front of Varus.

Varus nodded.

“There is absolutely no pressure. Everyone just finds the life they want. But if there is anyone who wants to be with me, come here.”

Then he spoke to the soldiers who seemed to be hesitating.

“If you need to discuss it with someone or think about it, do so. I will be leaving Bieltona in three days, exactly three days. If there are things you need to do in the meantime, take care of them and… let’s go together.”

That was the end of it.

Although Varus ordered them to disperse, most of the soldiers did not move from their spot.

The offer they received suddenly without notice was confusing to them as well.

And in that situation, Homel approached Varus.

“Captain.”

“Homel, I’m sorry. I did it without consulting you.”

“No, but… are you really going to leave?”

Varus nodded to Homer’s question. His eyes were already determined.

Homel let out a small sigh.

“I am…….”

“Lieutenant Homel, I’m not forcing you to do anything. I just want you and all the soldiers to be happy.”

Even if that happiness lies in the midst of a hellish battlefield.

But Homel had no intention of leaving Bieltona.

This was his home, and he did not want to experience that hellish battlefield again.

“……I’m sorry, Captain Barus.”

Looking at Homel, who was bowing his head, Varus simply patted his shoulder without saying a word.

* * *

Three days have passed.

In the meantime, Lian and Isaac were able to live comfortably in the accommodations provided by Varus.

And on the third day, Varus again walked toward the eastern gate.

Because today is the day when all the soldiers who have made all the decisions are to gather together.

“……Phew.”

I’m thinking that it doesn’t matter how many people come, but I feel a bit nervous for some reason.

When Varus arrived at the eastern gate,

Stop.

Barus stopped walking without realizing it.

The soldiers gathered around him looked at Varus.

“You’re here, Commander!”

“Commander, we have decided to go with you!”

“Please take us too!”

Although the exact number of soldiers could not be determined at a glance, approximately three hundred soldiers were shouting loudly toward Varus.

‘… I thought there wouldn’t be even thirty people.’

Isn’t that obvious?

Everyone’s life is precious. And no one would want to go back to that hellish place.

Varus just found out.

‘There were a lot of guys like me…’

Eupelson was at the very front.

Peace has come and people have become less talkative. But what about now?

It felt like he had regained his energy, his eyes sparkling like they used to.

And so was Paul, who was next to him.

“……Okay, let’s all go together.”

Of course, that road may be hell, but as long as they are alive, they have no choice but to wander through hell.

“Rest is found only after death.”

“”yes-!!””

With their loud response, Varus took a step forward.

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