Holy Emperor’s Grandson is a Necromancer - Chapter 181
Episode 181 〈 Sejakdeul 〉
I exhaled white breath and looked up at the sky.
Heavy snow fell from the sky.
Although winter is still far away, the temperature is cold perhaps because of the ice giant.
I turned my gaze to look at the ice giant Hrimr.
In the middle of the city, a decapitated giant lies dead in tears.
A chill still lingered in his body.
“Your Majesty. The weather is quite cold. Please go inside.”
From behind, Charlotte covered her shoulders with fur.
I smiled bitterly at her and looked at the city center full of glaciers.
“Even if you want to, you have to finish the work.”
Hundreds of sacred undead were summoned and were helping the refugees.
There are thousands to tens of thousands of refugees who have fled the city.
These are people who have already lost their hometown.
Additionally, after hearing the news, more and more people came to seek help.
Franz Kingdom is no longer a safe place.
Although the ice giant Hrimr was killed, the giant invasion was not over.
Charlotte hesitated at my words. And then he cautiously opened his mouth.
“The southern kingdoms of Airans and Rom have been invaded.”
I nodded at those words.
While fighting the ice giants, two countries were invaded by the giants.
A giant invasion on a scale incomparable to the ice giant Hrimr.
Using constant footfall, they devastated two kingdoms in just three weeks.
In Iranth, White is still fighting for his life, but Rom, which had been unstable due to the civil war, was eventually driven to the brink of destruction as its capital completely collapsed.
It is said that Varus Victoria, king of the Rom Kingdom, fought the giant until the end and was eventually eaten.
“There was no order.”
I pressed my temples, remembering the foresight that Saeran showed.
Franz Rohm and Irans.
There was no order.
It was only a small difference, but the giants invaded and devastated the kingdoms almost simultaneously.
“Besides, we’re not safe either.”
Currently, there are two ways to return to the prosperous kingdom.
Take the road that passes through Airans and Rom.
Otherwise, they would have to march across a mountain range, break through the Kingdom of Rom, and return to their home country.
The problem is that there is no way to do anything about tens of thousands of refugees.
Thanks to this, we in Franz Kingdom were almost isolated.
“You can’t protect everyone. “Some people must give up.”
“I know.”
Most giants will only attack large cities.
Franz Kingdom, Rome Irans, etc.
Because they all focused on invading large cities.
For them, it is a city bigger than a small town when it comes to entertainment and enjoyment of destructive pleasure.
You have to take advantage of that.
Although we can’t save everyone.
“Those who can save, save.”
We have no choice but to save at least those we can see.
“For that, I guess I should use that.”
I looked at Hrimr’s head.
That giant’s head could be useful as a warning to other Jotuns.
It is a bait to attract Jotuns with strong pride.
“Marquis Charlotte.”
A paladin wearing rune armor approached.
He reported to Charlotte and handed out a piece of parchment.
When Charlotte heard the story, she looked at me with a puzzled expression.
“what’s the matter?”
“Evacuation preparations are complete. You can depart at any time upon your order. and.”
Charlotte took the parchment held by the paladin and held it out to me.
“I have found Marcus’s whereabouts.”
“…”
6th Prince Marcus Ariana, who can be considered my older brother.
There was news that he was captured by a vampire while escaping.
The paladins chased after them, but missed because they could not catch the highly mobile vampire.
But it looks like they figured it out after continuing the chase until the end.
I unfolded the parchment and closed my mouth.
It was a suggestion from vampires, not information discovered by the Holy Knights.
“transaction?”
The vampire applied for a deal.
Considering that it was not a negotiation, it appears that the letter was sent based on personal judgment.
The instigator was a Duke-level vampire named Agares.
“Yes, they ask you to release Duke Kirum and 2nd Prince Rupel, who are being held captive. In that case, I will release Marcus.”
Key room? When did he die?
Moreover, Second Prince Rupel is different from the one they already know.
There is no way the imperial palace information could be passed on to the vampires, so it seems the vampires don’t know the condition of the two beings.
I stroked my chin.
It’s strange.
Why are the vampires so obsessed with Second Prince Rupel?
Rupel was also involved in the [foreknowledge] to stop the apocalypse during the Palmer incident.
If you look at it that way, it looks like there’s definitely something to stop the giant.
“Where is Rupel?”
“I’m currently in a small town nearby. His Majesty King Franz, Duke Runan, Seran, and Mabel Marcel are also in the village.”
“What about expenses?”
“Lord Harman and some troops from the Heavenly Army are in charge. “You can rest assured.”
That means there is no problem.
“Is there another way to the Holy Kingdom?”
“there is. Just pass the mountain range. You will reach a territory on the border of the Rom Kingdom. But I fear it will be an unreasonable march…”
Charlotte was cautious.
This is because if you make a mistake, many people will fall behind.
If you give holy water to those who are tired, they will be able to endure for some time.
“Where is it?”
“This is Shabeth territory. “Currently, after the advance of the giants, it seems that the vampires, wary of the Holy Emperor’s invasion, occupied the border area first.”
“Occupation? Well, there…”
“There are people from the Kingdom of Rome. It is estimated that about 3,000 are still alive. “It appears that there are approximately 20,000 other undead.”
If the Holy Emperor’s Kingdom invades, are you planning to use them all as a shield?
You foolish vampire.
You’re a hostage to the Seonghwang family.
“What about the Jotuns?”
“As of now, it appears that they are not in the Chaves territory.”
The fact that there are only vampires is a good sign.
There’s no problem.
“Is it possible to contact your home country?”
“It depends on the weather, but it is possible if you use a communication crystal ball or a bird.”
“Please take action as quickly as possible.”
There is something I would like to discuss with Hans.
“Also tell the vampires. “I will agree to the deal.”
“What do you plan to do?”
I looked at Charlotte and tilted my head.
“That’s obvious. “I will kill them all.”
“Tell them to come to Shabeth’s territory. “With the words, if you hurt Brother Marcus even one bit, I will rip out your head.”
Charlotte nodded.
There is no such thing as dealing with a vampire.
Because we don’t have what they want.
All you have to do is eliminate them, find Marcus, and reclaim the path.
“But since the place is now under vampire control, we need information from the survivors. Plant three trustworthy people in the Shabeth territory.”
Charlotte nodded.
“I will take action.”
Charlotte nodded and stepped back.
I adjusted the fur robe draped over my shoulders.
When I looked at the refugees again, I saw a familiar face.
Dwarves came panting among the refugees.
Among them, I saw the most familiar face.
“Belog?”
It was Belog, the leader of the dwarves.
The dwarves came running, panting, carrying burdens much larger than their own bodies.
Belog stood and knelt in front of me, panting.
Rather than showing courtesy to the Holy Emperor, I felt more like I was just collapsing from exhaustion.
“Belog, the father-in-law of Hilda’s estate, welcomes you to see your Majesty!”
“It’s been a while since I last saw you. “Is it only 4 or 5 years?”
Belog was startled and smiled bitterly.
He will know too.
That it was far past the promised time.
I also had a lot of regrets.
If he had come sooner, he might have easily defeated the ice giant.
“There must be a reason why you came here.”
At my words, Belog bowed his head once.
“I have just finished my mission.”
Belog unpacked his luggage.
And at the end, he held out something long wrapped in cloth to me.
“It is a weapon ordered by His Majesty the Holy Emperor.”
I accepted it.
When I opened the cloth, my eyes widened.
It is a golden spear fully engraved with runes.
It is a long spear of about 2m and its blade is also very sharp.
Even as the subtle sacred power flows, another energy that is contrary to it is felt.
[Avaldi’s Spear.
Abilities: Depending on the user’s standards, magic power is amplified by 150% to 700% and recovery amount is increased by 50%. All abilities related to magical power increase by 20%. Reduces consumption by 15% when summoned. Lightning’s ability.]
What is this god-level item?
It cannot even be compared to existing Amon artifacts.
What kind of person created something like this?
“Where is the craftsman who made this?”
A person who can achieve this level of skill is a must-have for a prosperous kingdom.
It doesn’t matter whether it’s a human or a dwarf.
If he was there, he would be able to train powerful weapons.
I looked at Belog, and he paused in surprise, but lowered his head.
“He passed away after creating that work.”
“…is it. “What about his body?”
“We cremated him and held a funeral.”
Belog lowered his head and broke into a cold sweat.
He must be quite tired as his words are shaking.
“I ended up in debt. “I guess I’ll have to put some flowers on the grave later.”
“He will be happy because the weapon is in the hands of the right owner.”
“Good work. I would like to thank you and my sister who lent me your hand. If there is anything you want later, let me know. “I will listen to whatever I can.”
“Thank you.”
I looked at the window.
It feels great just holding it.
It’s Avaldi’s Spear.
It reminded me of the King Seong’s succession ceremony a long time ago.
“If this is it.”
The gates of purgatory opened by Count Timon while many people were gathered.
that.
“Maybe we can open it.”
I narrowed my eyes and raised the window.
**
Charlotte began to select trustworthy people from among the heavenly host.
A person with deep faith and outstanding skills.
A person with an indomitable will that cannot be defeated even by a vampire and has a lot of combat experience.
Although they recruited applicants, Charlotte had no choice but to touch her forehead.
“Why…”
Charlotte frowned and looked ahead.
I saw a familiar middle-aged man in front of me.
“haha! Charlotte, look forward to it. “I’m going to really give it credit this time!”
A man who excelled in the 10,000 Crusades and was promoted to the rank of Cheongun.
This one has brown hair and a beard.
A man from the North who used to be a farmer and helped Allen with the funeral. It was a grill.
Charlotte looked at her adoptive father, Grill, and sighed deeply.
“It’s not possible.”
“why not…?”
When Grill shouted, Charlotte grabbed the top of Grill’s head and squeezed it.
“It’s not possible.”
“Aww Charlotte, that’s too much. “I am your father.”
“That means it can’t be done. “Don’t make me worry for nothing.”
“…Oh, it makes me happy as a father to see my daughter worry about me.”
Grill smiles even though he is in pain.
There was someone who kicked Grill’s knee.
“Anyway, this guy… Distinguish between public and private life!”
Next to the grill, a girl bowed her head to Charlotte and said,
“I’m Yuria, who applied for this third job.”
Charlotte looked at Yuria.
He was recommended by Allen and joined the 10,000 Crusade.
In fact, his skills were outstanding.
He was good at using crossbows and daggers, and had agility that was different from others.
He showed excellent results in practical training and was a member of three created vampires. “I will also apply
.”
Charlotte’s gaze turned to the side.
He was a middle-aged man who was probably a year or two older than Grill. He
was a northern convict soldier and former mercenary from Airance. He
was a man named Edolf.
He had a history of killing one of the progenitor vampires.
Compared to that.
Charlotte looked at the grill.
“…the grill has no history.”
“Well, you should give me a chance! “You ruled out all dangerous missions.”
“I was clearly assigned to the capital defense force, but what happened?”
“…I wrote a letter to Lord Harman. “Please let me participate in this heavenly army.”
Charlotte sighed, thinking of Harmon.
For the safety of Grill, he was assigned to the capital defense force.
I can’t believe I’m competing secretly like this.
“Besides, in the case of Chabert territory, I know the geography well.”
Grill, a member of the northern part of the Holy Empire?
Grill said as Charlotte looked surprised.
“Because I traveled there with my parents when I was young.”
“How many years ago is this?”
When Charlotte asked in bewilderment, Grill said.
“Of course, I’m not asking you to join just for that. “I have an acquaintance in the Chabert estate.”
“You mean an acquaintance?”
Charlotte asked in surprise.
“Yes, if he were alive, we would know more about the situation there.”
Information sharing is already possible in the Chabert territory.
So we can see that there are survivors, but there are also great restrictions on their actions.
In order to share information smoothly, an informant who can communicate on this side is needed.
It would be possible for these three people with Aztalun engraved on them.
When Charlotte was perplexed, Grill spoke firmly.
“Trust me Charlotte. Because this time it will work out properly. Honestly, is there anyone who is as skilled as me, knows the geography of that place, and even has acquaintances?”
It is rare to find someone who is as skilled as Grill and even has acquaintances who know geography.
In addition, since we had a contact network, there was no one better suited than him.
Charlotte glanced at the grill with a worried expression.
She opened her mouth heavily, as if resigned.
“…I hope you are safe.”
When Charlotte gave permission, Grill raised his index finger.
“don’t worry. “Who am I? Am I not your father?”
The three men who will invade the hastily built Chabert territory.
Grill and Edolf Uria.
These three people broke into Chabert’s territory as informants.