The Cook of a Perished World - Chapter 165
Episode 165: Nobility of the Night (3)
There were two restrictions that Shin Young-jun placed on his family.
First, innocent people should not be made into household members.
Second, the number of dependents is limited to 100.
The reason for the latter restriction was simple.
When you have too many subordinates under your command.
Because they couldn’t handle the blood needed to maintain that force.
in other words.
In other words.
“If it’s a force you have no intention of maintaining, wouldn’t it be okay?”
-Really wise words…! Please feel free to use us as much as you want and throw it away!
dark night.
It once belonged to humans.
The buildings that were the village of the Green Mane tribe not long ago.
The rooftop of the central building.
Ariella sat on a chair made of shadows and looked down at the ground.
Hakajin, the tribe’s shaman, was assisting her.
The ground beneath the building.
There were large warriors there bowing their heads towards her.
At least that number is in the hundreds.
Warriors who reverence battle and have higher pride than anyone else.
They were kneeling at Ariella’s feet.
“If it’s a monster that isn’t even human, there are no restrictions on making it into your servants.”
Blood needed to sustain the household?
Just fill it with another green mane and that’s it.
Every time I increase my household like that.
Ariella’s power only increases.
Now that we have achieved victory.
The amount of money that can increase the number of dependents has doubled compared to the past.
The number of retinues that have increased to the point where it becomes difficult to handle them is quickly consumed through battle.
Her power is increasing more and more.
The operation was to gradually diminish the strength of the Green Mane tribe.
“Hehe… When I first proposed it, I never thought it would turn out this well.”
to be honest.
Her current success was a bit surprising even to herself.
Those who have achieved great power have a system in place to manage that power.
They should have quickly noticed the vampire’s movements and taken action.
“They truly are a beast-like race. “Who would have thought that the interior would be neglected like this?”
– Indeed! I feel ashamed that I too was a part of it!
They were sorely lacking in what could be called a system.
They show outstanding ability in wars of conquest based on enormous numbers.
A large territory secured in this way.
If you ask whether the management is going well, it turns out that it is not.
‘I guess it’s great that the master’s colleague blocked my view.’
Originally, it was the role of shamans to find out the internal troubles.
Sergeant Park Tae-jun plays an active role after receiving a request from Sergeant Shin Young-jun.
The shamans’ prophecies were shrouded in fog.
‘It’s no coincidence that my master succeeded in subduing me.’
and.
As a result of Shin Young-jun assisting her activities.
Her invasion was achieving results beyond imagination.
* * *
-12 18 Colony 20 also lost contact.
-Isn’t colony number 18 an important base that was also used as a food warehouse?
-There must have been quite a few warriors stationed there?
-In that sense, the same goes for places that have already fallen.
The center of the territory occupied by the Green Mane tribe.
Huge monsters raise their voices in a place that was once called the county office.
Meanwhile.
-Kruk…!
One of the large warriors couldn’t hold back his anger and let out an animal howl.
thud!
-Only ten days have passed!
It has been 10 days since Ariella began her activities in the territory of the Green Mane tribe.
They were able to recognize her presence.
A position to decide the matters of the tribe.
The reason why high-ranking warriors and shamans gathered together.
It was to prepare countermeasures against the monster that appeared in the rear.
-The damage is considerable. I would say that 10% of our occupied territory has already been lost.
-Uhm. This happened in just ten days. How could this happen…
-The enemy seems to be a being specializing in mind control.
-what?
-The warriors who were dispatched to confirm the truth said that they were attacked by their own people there.
In those words.
The shamans could not hide their astonishment.
-Mind control.
-Isn’t this the highest level spell that even the great shaman can’t easily cast?
-Hmm…. This is a different world from the one we were in, so it wouldn’t be strange if there were beings who treat such supernatural abilities without any hesitation.
Anyway, that’s true.
It is an obvious surprise that such a being appears so quickly.
-Like the defeat in the last war.
-This is too much bad news…
Everyone gathered was on guard against an unidentified enemy.
-What are you afraid of?
The giant sitting in the center.
The great warrior of the tribe opened his mouth.
-Didn’t you already know that one day you would have to fight something like that?
-Hmm. It’s true that it was a little earlier than planned… but that’s not wrong. Daejeon Temple.
An old orc was sitting next to the great warrior.
His already dry body looked even smaller next to Daejeon Temple.
Even that position was not insignificant.
The tribe’s chief shaman.
As time passes, stronger enemies appear.
This is a fact that we who have already abandoned our hometown and run away are well aware of.
-That’s why they tried to expand their territory quickly, even if it meant going too far.
The Orcs build their power by communicating with the spirits of the earth.
As the territory expands, the power of the tribe becomes stronger.
That is why the war of conquest was carried out rather hastily.
– I never thought that not strengthening my internal stability would cause problems.
The great shaman stroked his chin and let out a sigh.
-There is only one way. Daejeon Temple.
-Tsk.
The Great Warrior nods his head as if there is nothing he can do.
The shaman who saw this looked at the others and asked.
-How are you preparing for the next invasion?
-The recruitment of warriors is almost complete. As long as preparations are made for the indigenous species’ fortress and the guardians guarding it, they will begin the invasion right away – -I
see. If so, tell those warriors.
-yes. What can I say?
-Return to the rear.
-…!
A stronghold of the native species that defeated them last time.
The troops gathered to ensure the capture of that fortress.
The idea was to bring them all back.
-If you don’t know. What happens to the strongholds of those native species?
-The Great Master was clearly planning to come forward and punish them…!
-A strong enemy appeared faster than expected. It’s a pity, but the conquest of them will have to be postponed.
The great shaman spoke as if it was no big deal.
-Capturing native species is possible at any time.
-…!
-On the other hand, such beings will continue to appear in the future. Isn’t it perfect as a practice partner?
Even though I said that.
Daejeon Temple was also not without dissatisfaction with the current situation.
-joy. If my strength were perfect, I wouldn’t have had to go through all this trouble.
Great warriors and great sorcerers are naturally strong people who cannot move yet.
but.
The Green Mane tribe has a short life expectancy.
Their experience of surviving for a long time and reaching a high position is more important than anything else.
-…haha. The great warrior needs to be careful with his words. If we’re not careful, it might sound like we’re blaming witchcraft.
so that.
The shamans placed a curse of weakness on their bodies.
A curse that cannot be undone.
Thanks to this, he may be weaker than his prime.
They were able to break free from the seal and roam the world.
-That wouldn’t be completely wrong, would it? A curse that cannot be broken.
-…Cruk.
-If the shamans’ abilities were sufficient, wouldn’t it be normal for Haeju to have been able to do it as well?
-…How dare someone as young as a lump of blood-!
The great shaman showed his molars and became angry.
-…haha. There is nothing worse than fussing over something impossible. Young Daejeonsa.
-joy. It’s bland.
He was someone with years of experience who knew how to control his anger.
-As soon as the troops are ready, I will personally begin the subjugation. The enemy is increasing his army by infecting our warriors every day. Defeat it as quickly as possible.
-Hmm. I’m a bit unconvinced by the strength of that army. Strength that is out of balance… maybe it has some kind of weakness. Daejeon, focus on preparing for subjugation. The shaman and I will find out its weaknesses.
The power of the tribe was focused on territorial expansion.
That power began to focus towards the enemy within.
* * *
and.
There was no way Sergeant Park Tae-jun could not have noticed that movement.
[Shaman: I think the method Youngjun mentioned worked.]
[Magic Youth: …! Is this true?]
Not long ago.
Sergeant Shin Young-jun relayed an operation through a guild message.
He said he would try to disrupt the rear of the Green Mane tribe in some way.
Something like that.
And now.
A report came up that said ‘some kind of method’ seems to have worked.
The reaction of the unit members who heard the message was simple.
“…Why is this happening?”
That’s right too.
When I first heard Sergeant Youngjun Shin’s story.
Most unit members thought, ‘What kind of bullshit is this?’ It was a moderate reaction.
“Isn’t Sergeant Shin currently advancing toward Yanggu County?”
“yes.”
“And if it’s behind the enemy. “It’s probably in Cheorwon-gun.”
“…So that’s it.”
Let alone the enemy’s rear.
Sergeant Shin Young-jun, who is located further away from the Green Mane tribe than the corps’ headquarters.
How did he disrupt the enemy’s rear?
“But there’s no way Sergeant Park Tae-jun lied.”
“What method did you use this time?”
All unit members who saw the guild message could not hide their curiosity.
“Is the food those monsters eating poisoned?”
“Even if you try to do that. First of all, there is no physical distance.”
“You never know. “When you become Sergeant Shin, you might be able to use something like the Chukji method.”
“The Chukjibeop. This isn’t even a northern country. “Say something that makes sense.”
“Is there anything that doesn’t make sense? I wonder if wizards will be able to use things like teleportation later. Sergeant Shin is already using something like subspace. Considering that, hmm.”
“…Is this really Chukjibeop?”
Amidst all kinds of wild speculations.
Some people had an idea what had happened.
‘No way…’
Sergeant Lee Min-jae glances at Corporal Seo Soo-hyuk.
He seems to have the same thoughts.
Nodding his head.
‘also. Did you send that vampire?’
An enemy who went so far as to kill their own comrades.
I still don’t like it though.
One thing was certain that it was useful, so I decided to just skip it.
The number of marauders he eliminated in order to make them his subjects was significant.
It was clear that that alone was a great help in securing security nearby.
‘No matter what, it is. I never thought something like that would be possible.’
It was keenly felt that the enemy vampires in the bunker were unable to use their full abilities.
‘no. ‘I wouldn’t have been able to subdue a vampire in that state if it weren’t for Youngjun.’
As soon as we start working in earnest.
It’s enough to move that huge force.
I was able to realize once again how big a deal it was for Shin Young-jun to subdue that vampire.
‘But what’s useful is useful.’
I still don’t like that vampire.
Vampires are active now.
Humans cannot just be pushed aside.
“No matter what happens, if Youngjun’s operation is successful, we can’t just sit still.”
“yes?”
“Next it’s our turn to work.”
No matter how many enemies you boast about.
If the troops are concentrating on the rear.
There is bound to be a hole ahead.
“It’s a bit difficult without Sergeant Shin and Corporal Jeon Gwang-il.”
“I am like that too…but it’s about time I showed it to you at least once.”
“?”
“How useful our corps raised by Youngjun has become.”
Why should I miss this opportunity?
nowhere.
“The defense of the fortress is left to the mercenaries and a small number of soldiers.”
“That’s what you said.”
“Tell the rest to prepare for an operation to retake the area.”
“…!”
When the tribe is turning its troops to the rear.
“Everyone, get your equipment!”
“If you get caught fooling around in the military, you will be given a canned food instead of a meal! Everyone, be careful!”
“Please bring me some oil for the tank!”
“I received quite a lot of oil from the merchant who visited Yanggu-gun last time, so I can do something with it-”
“I’m also requesting cooperation from that temple and nearby awakened people!”
The corps began preparing to march.