Episode 82
: A great young king?
X was slightly surprised by the man’s unexpected answer.
‘...You must be referring to the king who ruled here, right?’
The power of other beings on the day of destruction is not something that even a king can avoid. How can an individual handle the power of another being that destroys a nation or even a world?
I couldn’t help but have doubts about the man’s words.
X asked out of curiosity.
“Could you please elaborate a little more?”
“There’s nothing you can’t do. There is nothing more enjoyable than boasting about a great master. Is there a comfortable place to sit? Anyway, let’s sit down and talk.”
X looked through his inventory and sat down on several layers of leather on the cold floor. And I had a conversation with the man. It didn’t take long for X to express his sincere admiration.
“He truly deserves the title of great young king!”
Great young king Zaul!
Jaul ascended to the throne at the age of only 12. However, the achievements he achieved while rejecting the regent at a young age were beyond imagination.
First of all, Zaul personally went to the battlefield and commanded the soldiers in each and every battle. He won every battle he led and did not record a single defeat during over 100 battles.
“My lord’s only defeat was that day’s battle.”
Virtually undefeated myth!
If that was all, I wasn’t even impressed. When it comes to Ssambakjil, even the nearby Gourmet King did an amazing job. But unlike someone irresponsible, Zawl loved his people more than anyone else.
“Although it is now buried under thick glaciers, you could not have found a more fertile land on the entire continent. Moreover, ever since my lord built an efficient waterway, all we had to do was sow seeds and we would have a good harvest every year.”
Of course, there is also basic support for agriculture. Culture, art, magic, technology and even welfare. It is said that it was Zaul who made the ancient kingdom, which was already developed, progress once again.
X was once again impressed.
‘I can’t believe that such an incredible achievement was achieved in just 15 years.’
Let’s see, if he ascended to the throne at the age of 13 and it’s been 15 years... So, Zawl from Doomsday and X now are only one year apart, so it could be said that they are similar ages. Suddenly, X nodded.
‘I know very well that the young king named Zaul is not an ordinary person. Although he may not be as good as the King of Gourmet, he is clearly a figure who dominated an era. But... what does his ability have to do with this man being able to retain his memories from when he was alive?’
Did he understand X’s doubts?
The man said.
“...That was possible because my lord bore all the pain alone.”
“Carrying all the pain alone?”
When X asked a question, the man took a deep breath and told a long story. An enemy that cannot be forgotten even after eons have passed. Even while he was talking, he could not hide his hostility towards other beings.
“Hehehe, thinking of my lord who is still suffering...!”
gulp. X swallowed dry saliva as he looked at the man in agony. If everything the man said was true, what was about to happen was not an ordinary thing.
‘Zaul took on the curse of the nation alone.’
Jaul, a saint who loved his people.
It is said that Jaul single-handedly accepted the curse that was to be placed on the people through some kind of contract. It’s a curse... In fact, X still didn’t know what kind of fate the people of the ancient kingdom met.
But I could guess. Either it becomes a vengeful spirit with the stigma of destruction, or it disappears without becoming a vengeful spirit. In any case, it was a miracle that he was as fine as a man.
‘...Is that possible?’
X recalled the vengeful spirits he had encountered at the historical site in the past. Knights and subjects, and even heirs to the throne. They were also people with outstanding abilities and mental power when they were alive. However, he could not avoid the curse of another being.
At that moment, X was startled by goosebumps all over his body.
‘The atmosphere is suddenly getting colder?’
Even the mechanical giant, which was a combination of dozens of vengeful spirits, was incredibly strong.
So, how strong can Zaul’s vengeful spirit be, as he alone suffered a nation-wide curse and also possessed tremendous talent! X, who soon shook off his goosebumps, shrugged his shoulders.
‘It is indeed an ancient kingdom quest. ‘It’s not easy from the beginning.’
You must defeat Zaul to move on to the next quest!
Of course, the number of vengeful spirits remaining was only one. There were other ruins, so it wasn’t necessary to defeat Zawl. But X had already made his decision. Hot! X clenched his fist.
‘The stronger you are, the better the reward!’
It is like a kind of truth.
Even if the Vengeful Spirit does not provide a reward, it is the remains of Frost Storm Cliff, where a great civilization was built in the past. There was also a possibility of finding treasure in the royal palace.
Ssssss!
Now is the time when you need a buff with an explosive effect rather than just increasing your stats. The shadow of the Gourmet King led X. Steadily. Intense spices were sprinkled over the Tyrian meat.
‘These are spices with a strong spicy taste.’
Beat the cold with spicy flavor!
X moved his hands and remembered the taste of Tyrus meat he had tasted before. Tyrus is not soft, but chewy and has a unique meat flavor. The spicy spices seemed like they would go well together without a doubt.
‘Tyrus amplifies strength and stamina, and spirit deer meat greatly increases intelligence and the destructive power of dancing stems. Plus, if you use the bear stance....’
How much will the stats increase?
I was curious myself.
Bubbling.
As the soup containing Tyrus meat began to boil, a spicy scent filled my nose. Yongyong, who was pressing his face into the pot, waved his tail.
“Kyuuuu! “Kyuuuuuuuu!!”
A scent that stimulates the appetite.
X didn’t have a wagging tail, but he felt the same way as Yongyong. The shadow of the Gourmet King led me to spirit deer meat this time. Spirit deer meat had a rich flavor even without any special seasoning.
“...saliva is coming out. right?”
“Kyuuuu....”
Gulp! A royal palace where the majesty of the ancient kingdom is frozen and preserved. It wasn’t long before a fight began at the front gate. X and Yongyong inhaled the prepared food.
“Wow, that’s spicy.”
“Kyuuuuuuuu!”
[The heavenly sense of taste has discovered the hidden taste of ‘Tyrus Spicy Soup’!]
[The energy of Tyrus, the ruler of the primeval forest, is absorbed into the body!]
[Resistance to fainting is greatly increased for 24 hours!]
[ Strength increases by 500 points for 24 hours!]
[Maximum stamina increases by 10,000 points for 24 hours!]
[Strength regeneration increases significantly over 24 hours!]
It was a simple and clear effect, but not light. This is because X has become accustomed to this level of stat increase, but when other users see it, it is enough to make them faint. X, who had whetted his appetite with the spicy soup, picked up a skewer.
“Write it. “I can’t stand it anymore because I know the taste.”
Wow! The deeply permeating scent of charcoal fire.
[Heavenly taste has discovered the hidden taste in ‘Roasted Deer Blessed by the Ancient Tree of Reason’!]
[The spirit’s energy is absorbed into the body!]
[Your ability to communicate with nature increases to its maximum for 24 hours! ]
[Nature magic damage increases by 100% for 24 hours!]
[You will be able to absorb a small amount of mana from nature for 24 hours!]
With the combination of hot food and cheerful notifications, I was not afraid of the cold wind that was blowing. Of course, I was more worried about Zawl’s vengeful spirit than the wind, but there was already no reason to be intimidated.
The last supper before the battle begins.
X, who emptied his plate neatly, raised the corner of his mouth.
“Preparations are probably over. Would you like to move slowly?”
“Kyunut!”
Sharp eyes that contrast with the cute, chubby belly!
X and Yongyong took a fighting stance and took a step.
Whiiiiing! The wind got stronger. It was like a warning that no further access would be allowed.
‘He is the king who carries all the burden for his people.’
Was it because he heard Zawl’s story from the man?
The sound of the wind sounded like the cries of Zawl.
X muttered softly.
“I will do my best to end that long suffering.”
Munchkin that I eat all by myself