Chapter 105:

*Who are you?*

"This isn't a place for just anyone to come in. If you don't want to get caught, get out."

Judging from his demeanor, he was definitely not a common thief. However, their uniforms were not uniform enough to be called regular troops. Should I say they are like mercenaries or private soldiers of lower-ranking nobles?

So, they don't recognize the governor, and they're talking like that.

"Open the way. This person is…"

Cordell stepped forward and immediately tried to reveal his identity. But I quickly raised my arms. It wouldn't be fun if it were explained that easily.

"Let's see how far it goes."

"Oh, yes."

As Cordell McNeil stepped back with a blank expression, the crowd blocking his way burst into laughter.

"Hahahaha! These guys have lost their fear."

"It's funny how they're acting like they're something special."

"I guess I'll have to start by crushing his face. Whenever I see a handsome guy, my destructive instincts kick in."

They all had fierce-looking faces. Most people would tremble in fear upon meeting them. But that wasn't the case for me. Because there's no use trying to show off your looks. Before my gavel, everyone is equal.

"I just ask one thing. Where is Consul Hojein Allegan?"

"When are you talking about? That guy was dealt with a long time ago."

"Dealt with?"

"That's right. We rule this place now."

Of course, that was 100% nonsense. No matter how small Deliat is, how can those guys rule the country?

All they have to show off is their battered faces and large sizes.

By the way, it looks like something happened to Hojaein.

If the power of the consul had been alive and well, this could not have happened. The foundation for the Government-General and government-funded construction has already been laid. The funding was also sufficient. I've been paying my taxes diligently at the factory I built.

But at that very moment, a thought crossed my mind.

"Ah!."

I have a rough idea of what is going on.

It must have been the work of a local leader who was displeased with the Governor-General's event. Maybe there wasn't just one person behind it. Whatever happened, it was clear what had to be done now.

"The moment I draw the hammer of justice, your fate will be sealed."

"What the hell are you talking about?"

They taunted me, but I ignored them and continued talking.

"So when you see it, crawl on your own."

Of course, no one made a wise choice. Then what should I do?

I have to clean it up neatly. I had my heart replaced after a long time. From human to beast.

***

*Thud thud thud thud!

Boom!

Thwack!*

An unexpected loud noise erupted from the Government-General building. Immediately afterward, desperate screams rang out over and over again.

"Kwaaak!"

"Kuaaaah!"

"Hey, save me!"

The sturdy men were thrown around in strange positions. The reason was that all their limbs were broken.

Shuguri, who was watching the scene, opened his eyes wide. Shuguri thought he was just a skinny guy, but he was hiding such supernatural powers. It was a truly absurd scene.

''Was he originally that strong?''

A mysterious monologue came out unintentionally. Then Cordell McNeil shrugged and answered.

"You didn't know?"

Of course not. He never shown him anything.

"If you're a devil, shouldn't you be able to see through that much?"

Shuguri never even thought about that. But even now, he can't figure out anything.

"Why?"

He can't see. It's like there's a thick fog.

It was something incomprehensible. He clearly looks like an ordinary human, but he is so powerful that he blocks the insight of a half-demon.

Shuguri scratched his head with his short front paw. The black squirrel was doing that, and it was so cute. But Cordell, who was watching that scene, furrowed his brow. Because he knew very well what the nature of this little horned beast was.

"I'll tell you in advance, I do not acknowledge your existence."

"Why?"

"Because I am a believer in the Aramid religion."

The priest who testified in Abel's first case was a member of the Aramid sect. Probably more than half of the people I met in passing were Aramidic believers. Because it was a religion that spread widely throughout the empire.

Shuguri trimmed his horn with a calm expression.

"Then what are you going to do?"

"It means that if you do something stupid, I will cut you down."

"That's funny. Your master has already promised to cooperate with me. Don't you think that's presumptuous?"

"He is not my master."

"Ha! You're struggling with that guy's single word?"

"Umm…"

Cordell McNeil let out a long sigh.

Duke Abel Carriers, as he have seen so far, is an absolutely wonderful person.

However, that does not mean that he followed orders to the letter. The Black Agent moves only according to the Emperor's will. But he never once rebelled.

'Why would I get hammered for no reason?'

A monster that bursts out blue flashes while surrounded by a crimson aura. In Cordell's eyes, Abel was portrayed like that.

He was more fair and just than anyone else, but he was extremely cruel to those who were not human.

What if Cordell McNeil intentionally cross the line? Whether it was a black agent or something else, his head would have been smashed.

But then suddenly, a rotten smile appeared on Cordell McNeil's lips.

"It sounds like you can't be flustered?"

"Of course. We don't have a superior-subordinate relationship."

"Every time you request something, you have to show off your skills. Who is the master and who is the servant?"

"That's it…"

Shuguri trailed off. When I thought about it, it seemed like what that sly knight said was right.

Isn't that so? He just have to do as he was told, but who would understand if he insisted that they were on an equal footing?

"No!"

Shuguri tried yelling at him, but all he got in return was a pouty expression and a shrug.

Cordell smiled secretly as he looked at the back of Shuguri, who was shaking.

'Haha! You're talking back, so let me give you some real advice.'

***

It wasn't difficult to get rid of the guys who had occupied the Government-General Building. Although they were well-equipped and well-trained soldiers, they were nothing more than mere thieves.

Since less than half of them had awakened the Aura, they had no choice but to fall into the trap of their weaknesses.

No, actually, it wouldn't have mattered even if they were pretty decent knights. I can handle that much on my own.

"Whew! It's been a while since I've felt some relief."

I walked deep into the Government-General building, past the groaning soldiers lying on the ground. In the past, it was clearly a space where managers were busy coming and going in a tightly organized office.

But now, the place was littered with bottles of alcohol and trash. What on earth happened that made it so unmanageable?

This used to be the butler's office.

When I opened the door, it was normal to see Hojein Allegan busy working.

However, there was an odd person sitting there. A very skinny body, with dark circles under the eyes. It seemed like he was drunk, not tired. The smell of alcohol was permeating the room.

"Haha!"

It was a scene that made me laugh out loud. As if he heard my voice, the man who had been putting his feet up on the desk raised his head.

"Huh? What kind of guy are you?"

"Then who are you, that you are sitting in the seat of the butler?"

"Well, I am the butler."

"Who picked you?"

"I don't know anything about that, but listen here! Get this rotten guy out of here right now!"

The tough-looking man shouted nervously.

But no one ever came here.

All the guys who were messing around came in with their arms and legs broken. I'm not the type of person to handle things this violently.

But now, my anger was rising to the top of my head.

How could he destroy a foundation that was so well-laid in just two months?

These people are clearly part of Deliat, but how can they destroy the roots of national development in this way?

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"Ah! That makes more sense. Aren't you from Deliat?"

"Can't you see it? Do you think this body would fit in with this country town?"

"I see. You look like you'd be having a dance party with monsters in the wild."

"What?"

Until now, no matter what I said, he just ignored it, but it seemed like he couldn't stand this one.

The original intention was to not look down on someone's appearance, but this guy's flaw happened to be exactly that.

Of course, there was no point in arguing any further. Just catch them, beat them up, and find out who's behind them.

That's it.

But suddenly, I felt very uneasy.

Somehow, I feel like there's no point in trying to control this guy.