Genius Corpse-Collecting Warrior - Chapter 107
Royal Special Forces (3)
“After interrogating Vasilikov, we learned that the rebels are planning a full-blown civil war in the near future.”
On the table with a glass of LeBaron’s craft beer.
A longer conversation took place between the Tsarist special forces agents, the blacksmith, and the mercenary.
“That bandit beard.”
“yes. He was a close associate of Boris Kalashnikov, one of the rebel candidates for the throne. “Boris voluntarily gave up the throne, wandered around, and died by your hands, so it would not be an exaggeration to say that Vasilikov was in fact the actual leader of the faction.”
Dallen put a piece of beef jerky in his mouth and took a swig of beer. It was a story I roughly knew.
‘Guardians of the Seven Crowns.’
That’s what the Tsarist rebels called themselves.
There was no particular reason. Simply because the number of people the rebels claimed to be princes or princesses was seven.
Naturally, there were seven rebel factions, centered on each heir to the throne.
To put it positively, it could be said to be an alliance for one purpose, but on the other hand, it also meant that it was an unstable alliance that could be broken at any time.
It is obvious that if they stand up alone, their heads will be cut off with a single sword, so the rebels’ intention is to band together and keep the royal family in check.
Naturally, since there were seven crowns and the tsardom had only one scepter, once the current tsarina was removed, they would split up and fight among themselves.
Destruction due to internal strife after a successful rebellion.
It was a train that great empires usually took in their twilight years.
‘Of course, before we even get to that point, the entire Tsardom will become a playground for devils.’
Dallen scratched his chin. The ending of the rebels who served the devil is obvious.
At that time, LeVeron, who was listening to the story while drinking beer, intervened.
“So what is this operation? “Are you really waking up the devil in the labyrinth like Dallan said?”
“you’re right. “They plan to summon Calchas from Hell, the demon Chain Throne under the evil god Enaxagus.”
“…oh my god.”
The blacksmith touched his forehead. Calchas of the Chain Throne was a devil so famous that even LeVeron had heard of it.
Hundreds of demons under the command of the evil god Enaxagus.
Among them, the nine most powerful demons are those directly subordinate to the evil god, who is called the owner of the nine thrones.
Calchas of the Chain Throne was the ninth and last rank demon among them.
An infinite chain with no end in sight begins from the throne and covers the earth, and at each tip of the chain, a hunting dog encroached on by cold is said to be drooling over living life.
If the master of hell, full of chains and cold, appeared in reality even in the form of an incarnation, the destruction of the Tsardom would be no different from being confirmed.
Most of the troops are already concentrated on the Frost Highlands front line to withstand the invasion of barbarians possessed by demons.
It is not easy to deal with the incarnation of the devil that appears out of nowhere when there are no troops to hunt down the rebels.
“The rebels went down to the labyrinth about a month ago, and we found out about it about 15 days ago. As soon as we received the information, we immediately dispatched an advance team. “While the advance team is holding on to their ankles and taking time, our main unit, which has thoroughly prepared, plans to join in and finish it off.”
Dallen nodded. I started to see how the situation was going.
Banditbeard, who tried to kill him in Lviv, had said that the rebels were planning to take advantage of the chaos on the continent to start a civil war.
However, no matter how many troops the Tsar State invested in the Frost Highlands front, it would be tantamount to suicide to fight the Sangvis Army with only the rebels’ full strength.
The Tsardom, along with the Empire, is considered one of the most powerful military powers on the continent.
The troops training and resting in the rear alone were more than enough to defeat the few rebel forces.
Therefore, the rebel leadership’s choice to summon the devil is not surprising.
It was unfortunate that the demon they decided to summon was Calchas of the Throne of Chains, among the many demons under Enaxagus.
“Education and training on the labyrinth was completed yesterday, and all necessary supplies were also supplied. “All that’s left is high-quality weapons, armor, and a guide.”
Executor Sasha Taran’s eyes sparkled as he said that. She stood up and bowed deeply to Dallon.
“I ask this on behalf of the royal special unit of the Tsardom. Please be our guide.”
A voice that sheds a layer of the stiff, business-like attitude and slightly reveals sincerity.
It was what I expected.
It’s rather strange that he, an outsider, gives such detailed circumstances and doesn’t expect anything from him.
The steps I was taking for no reason in front of the door were probably in the same context.
“This is an operation that risks the fate of the Tsarist nation. “We need more skilled guides than anyone else.”
Sasha said.
Dallen’s skills were proven just by defeating the gnoll tribe in the labyrinth and killing the demon.
In recent years, he has even gained the nickname of Dragon Slayer in the south, so the special task force will try to seize this opportunity somehow.
Dallen also had no intention of refusing.
No one here knows this, but isn’t Calchas the devil with a deep connection with Sienna?
It was clear that the Witch of the Crow’s Nest also knew about this and joined the special task force.
In that case, there was no reason why he, who had promised Bourbon to save her, should not have taken a similar approach.
So, the important thing is what kind of benefit you get from this.
“As you know, my price has gone up quite a bit.”
Dallon said. Sasha straightened her back and answered.
“The gold of the Tsardom is endless. “You can take the gold coins by cart.”
“That would be nice, but I already have a lot of gold coins.”
“Then what…”
“If you are willing to give me the compensation I am asking for, then I will accept the request.”
“In the name of the Special Forces Executive Officer, I promise to take responsibility and pay any compensation.”
Sasha declared. Dallen chuckled and put down his empty beer glass.
And after a while, the bailiff’s face turned white when he heard the compensation Dallen wanted.
***
next day.
Dallen and the task force departed for the Pure Silver sector.
It was about fifteen days ago that Sasha requested armor and weapons for the special unit from LeVeron.
The special task force was scheduled to descend into the labyrinth as soon as they received their weapons and armor, so the timing of Dallen’s acceptance of the request was perfect.
chuck. chuck. chuck. chuck.
The special unit, wearing equipment created by the hands of a master craftsman, moves in an orderly manner along the main street towards the Shun Castle Gate.
There were few people who could not recognize the Tsarist style that was evident everywhere on the shiny plate and chain armor.
The southern district of the Bronze Zone is an area with an overwhelmingly high proportion of outsiders such as merchants and mercenaries.
It was said that passers-by were also well-versed in miscellaneous rumors and knowledge outside the city.
“Look over there. “That is the emblem of the Tsarist Iron and Blood Army.”
“It’s even heading towards the pure silver district. Do you have business in the labyrinth? Or at the Diamond Palace?”
“I guess something is going to happen. “Oh, isn’t that big mercenary the rumored demon slayer?”
A murmur coming from all over the street.
Dallen’s senses did not miss not only a small whisper, but even a glance.
Of course, his expression remained expressionless and emotionless, no matter who looked at him or not. Still, I felt good.
It was not because of people’s attention, but because in hand was in hand the masterpiece that LeVeron had painstakingly created over the past few months.
“The more I look at it, the more I realize it’s an incredible luxury item. “Are you sure it was made by the owner of the mithril smelter?”
“exactly.”
“Hehe, how can such a luxury product be created by human hands? No, I am in no way belittling your race. However, due to the short-lived nature of the species, it is impossible to refine the technology for as long as we have. “I thought it was unusual, but it’s an incredible talent.”
A dwarf fiddling with his beard and tearing open the spear in Dallen’s hand.
The one-eyed master craftsman Bjorn Kaladrakum decided to follow this request at the inn the night before.
Bourbon distorted his memory, erasing all dragon-related information, leaving only the fact that Dallen was heading to the labyrinth to rescue Sienna.
The fact that I passed out at the bar seemed to have been chalked up to fainting from drinking too much. I’m not sure how strong the drink would have to be for a dwarf to drink it until he loses consciousness.
“I wanted to interact with that friend someday. “I got the feeling that he would be a good fit as a craftsman.”
Bjorn said. Dallen shrugged.
There is nothing wrong with the two becoming friends. In fact, the two craftsmen survived and became best friends in quite a few episodes that made it to the latter half of the show.
“If you want, I can introduce you. “Let’s go together next time.”
“Hahaha! Great! After all, you are the most trustworthy mercenary in my life!”
After leaving the dwarf’s boisterous laughter behind, the group soon entered the pure silver area.
With just one wall, the crowds on the streets are drastically reduced.
The wide, long boulevard and the central plaza in the distance caught everyone’s attention.
The place where more than 60 people arrived by walking tirelessly on the well-organized flagstones was the barrier tower in the central square.
After waiting until noon, the group was able to enter the spacious hall only after going through the castle gate and paying the entrance fee in gold coins once more.
“A royal special team in the labyrinth. Aren’t they people who work in secret? “What’s going on here?”
“Didn’t you hear the rumor? “I heard that dozens of members of the special task force went down to the labyrinth fifteen days ago.”
“A demon slayer and a special task force together. There must be something going on in the labyrinth. “You’d better be especially careful on this journey.”
The buzz, which had diminished for a moment upon entering the pure silver area, naturally increases again as it enters the hall where the explorers are gathered.
Just like in the bronze area, eyes full of interest and curiosity.
However, at the same time, one can feel a look of wariness, doubt, and even a faint murderous intent that has not been resolved.
It’s not that I don’t understand.
Unlike the passers-by in the Bronze District, for them, the existence of Dallon and the special unit may be a matter directly related to their survival.
However, I had no intention of letting it happen.
Dallen naturally followed the edge of the most murderous gaze. The eyes of an explorer we meet immediately.
A face full of scars and armor with many signs of repair here and there. By all appearances, he was a veteran who had gone through some pretty rough times.
‘hmm.’
Even when our eyes met, the man did not back down.
Rather, he seemed to be more alert as he received Dallon’s gaze from the front.
Dallen chuckled. And I raised the dragon’s power just a little bit.
Hwareuk.
Deep black pupils. A glowing flame.
“Hee hee!”
dump.
The explorer, facing the fire, lost his legs and collapsed.
A man with half-open eyes, sweating and hiccuping.
“Victor? what’s the matter?”
“What’s going on?”
In response to the puzzled questions of his colleagues, he pointed at Dallan with a trembling finger, but he had already quietly moved to his place among the other special forces members.
After receiving those life-threatening looks a few times, there were no more people who were overtly wary of the special unit.
“It’s kind of cold. My chin is shaking. “Isn’t that right?”
“…….”
Although there was a side effect of the dwarf sitting next to him turning blue and scratching his beard.
Kurrrrrr.
The hall began to vibrate. It seemed like time was up.
Dallen tightened the straps of his armor and checked his armament. The holy sword and ax on his belt, and even LeVeron’s spear on the back of the spell slayer.
Hum, hum, hum –
After completing the inspection and joining hands with the special forces, the entire barrier tower began to vibrate and a faint resonant sound reverberated.
Light leaking from the magic circle on the floor.
The sound grew stronger and eventually filled the hall.
The moment the light and vibration reaches its peak, everything goes dark.
Huuuu –
The explorers’ new model disappeared from its place as if it was falling into a deep hole.
***
When I opened my eyes again, there was a faint darkness before my eyes.
The texture of the heterogeneous dirt floor. Unpleasantly damp air.
While numerous stimuli flooded his mind and he quickly analyzed his surroundings, Dallon raised his head out of habit.
The sky was embroidered with stars.
These were the constellations that served as guideposts for explorers who had seen countless times beyond the monitor.
‘Due south based on return fee. It’s quite a remote area.’
Dallon, who quickly figured out the location, smiled slightly.
It wasn’t a bad starting point.
This is because the entrance going down from the first floor to the second floor of the labyrinth was at the ends of the north, south, east and west based on the return monument.
It was fortunate that we were transferred to a place far away from the return flight, as we had to catch up with Siena and the advance team, who had started first.
“Whew. It’s a good thing I was mentally prepared. “The feeling of falling down a bottomless cliff is definitely different from ordinary space transfer magic.”
Sasha said, coming closer to me. Dallen chuckled.
The special task force was definitely amazing. I heard that there are many agents who have no experience in labyrinths, but considering that no one managed to scream.
‘If I tell you this, Lucia’s pride will be hurt.’
Thinking of the blonde paladin to the south, Dallon naturally pulled out his hatchet.
“Why the ax all of a sudden….”
Sasha expressed his doubts. Dallen lightly nudged her behind.
The place where the group stepped was a damp, rusty ground. A land located somewhere between a sandy field and a swamp.
And all around that vacant lot was full of bushes that grew as tall as a person.
Sasha turned her head toward the bush area following Dallen’s gesture and frowned for a moment before her expression became one of astonishment.
“everyone! The battle is ready….”
Pararaerak!
In defiance of the executioner’s orders, the ax’s striking force splits the ranks of the special task force.
The ax passed exquisitely between the agents’ shoulders and heads and flew in a straight line toward the bush area.
Rumbling!
At that moment, a scream rang out from the bush area, which seemed to be nothing special except the grass growing high.
Kwazizig—!
In the darkness, a disk of light fainter than usual passed through the head of the frogman, whose body was dyed in camouflage.
puck-!
Grumble….
The hatchet stopped trembling only after splitting the third head.
As soon as the frog-headed monster fell, the surrounding bushes began to stir.
Ruruk!
Ururururu!
The bushes are shaking.
A group of frogmen, realizing that the surprise attack had failed, communicate to each other the start of the hunt with strange cries and gestures.
In the small clearing where the group was standing, it looked like a subtle distortion of space.
“What the hell is this…!”
“It’s a frogman! “How many?”
The special task force agents looked pale. Screams that are almost like screams come out.
The frogmen with their protective colors were not a countable number.
Labyrinth 1st floor. A large tribe of thousands of Frogmen nestled in the vast swamps of the southern region.
The area at the south end of the first floor of the labyrinth where the party was transferred was in the middle of the tribe’s habitat.
Sreung –
Dallon pulled out the holy sword. It was the first proper fight in a long time.
Thanks to the baby Cheonglin Dragon, which wraps around its left arm and suppresses the dragon’s power, even the shackles of its own power that had been limiting it so far have been lifted.
It was not easy to control the corners of the mouth that were twitching on their own. Dallen took a step forward without hiding his smile.
Tuung –
A footstep lightly hitting the ground leaves a series of ripples in the air.
The shadow of a warrior flew up under the star-filled night sky.