CH 229

Valhalla Empire (4)

Moment.

Baron Paulo was aware that he had taken a step back.

face flushed red.

It's a shame.

He also lived as a warrior until he ascended to the position of lord, so he could not accept the fact that he was simply overwhelmed by the force and withdrew.

But even if Valhalla is a closed and racist country.

As far as the attitude of accepting the victory or defeat of a duel, there was no exception for anyone.

" I accept defeat. As promised, I will bury the previous work and guide you directly to the capital."

swallowed up anger

The superior's order was out of the question.

We fought each other as we wished, and if we lost, we thought it was right to accept the result.

Baron Paulo noticed.

Then the general soldiers came forward and took the savages who could not come to their senses.

'To defeat the savages so mercilessly. Roman Dmitry. Perhaps, it is more than we thought.'

this fight.

People were sure of Barbosa's victory.

No matter how famous Roman Dmitry is recently, Barbossa has been talking about the people of the continent for decades.

So it was surprising that Roman Dmitry agreed.

Valhalla was outspokenly seeking revenge, but Roman Dmitry made a bold decision not to back down.

A being with a tendency like Valhalla.

It was a mutation.

He was born with an inclination that did not match the subject of only a small country.

said Baron Paulo.

"First, we will introduce you to a new accommodation. If you can relax in your accommodation while you figure out the schedule for the warp gate that leads directly to the capital, we will send someone as soon as the schedule is released. And, I apologize for the ugliness in the past. As Roman Dmitry said, Valhalla is a country with racial discrimination. However, if you know the history of Valhalla, I hope you understand where our perception came from."

long time ago.

A time when Valhalla was called the 'savage of the South'.

There was a time when people on the continent trespassed on the territory of Valhalla and attacked them in order to extort the resources of the jungle.

In reality, the tide was turned around when it was revealed that Valhalla possessed considerable power, but the memories of pain accumulated in the memories of their ancestors left an antipathy towards other races.

as of now.

Although the Valhalla imperial family is pursuing major changes by accepting external talent, not everyone agrees with the imperial opinion yet.

What is necessary for national power.

Still, for Valhalla, it was the opinion of the general public that we should foster 'Valhalla-born' rather than external talents.

Conservative forces pursuing the old.

Progressive forces wanting to change.

It was the reality of Valhalla.

As Paulo walked ahead with a changed attitude, Roman Dmitry did not have to add any words.

To end the grudge with victory or defeat.

It was also the method of magic that Roman Dmitry was familiar with.

* * *

Baron Paulo was a man of agreement.

He guided us to a good accommodation that was incomparable to a shabby inn, and Roman Dmitry ordered the soldiers to rest.

in a big room.

Roman Dmitry lay down on the sofa.

Then, he carefully organized his thoughts about the Valhalla Empire.

'Valhalla is a very dual country, unlike Kronos. Cronus openly reveals his ambition to conquer the continent, while Valhalla seems to be satisfied with the present, with the warriors at the center. The problem is that the outside and inside are different. Valhalla obviously has ambitions similar to those of Kronos.'

past history.

Valhalla's actions had a clear common denominator.

He always seemed to criticize Kronos, but he did not have to stop the wars taking place across the continent.

they too.

Except for Valhalla, they hoped that the other countries would self-destruct themselves.

In fact, Valhalla's ambition was quite natural.

Some people have fantasies about the title of the country of warriors, but before a power called the barbarians of the South can form an empire, it will need a brain to fight all kinds of intrigue.

In fact, Valhalla was good at conspiracy techniques (權謀術數).

Therefore, they planted their own servants, the 'Earl of Denver', inside Cairo, and although they do not show an active attitude to conquering the continent, they always looked for opportunities.

And.

I could tell just by looking at this one.

To avenge the Earl of Denver, they took the very clever way of inviting them to a duel rather than an assassination.

'Valhalla chose to stimulate me before going on stage. If I defeat Barbossa. Will they really accept the outcome? Conservatives will succumb to the outcome, but it is the progressives who currently lead Valhalla. finally. Whatever the outcome, walking in Valhalla is bound to be risky.'

The moment I set foot on Paulo.

The danger was unavoidable.

This was the dead ground, and from now on, it was no wonder what happened.

Empire.

those with power.

No excuses needed.

Even if people criticized him for inflicting harm on Roman Dmitry, he was an existence that would fade over time.

'It's like a previous life.'

the life of the weak.

got used to

A man named Baek Joong-hyuk took the risk and gained power in a worse environment than it is now.

so that.

It didn't matter what Valhalla intended.

The more actively they respond.

The finale, which decorates the end, will inevitably burn even more.

* * *

next day.

Baron Paulo sent a man.

"My name is Sanchez. I will guide you to the capital."

He was a man in his mid 30's.

With his tanned, copper-colored skin and ponytail tied back, he said that he had to move to the surrounding city where the warp gate was located.

All the words for Roman Dmitry's party were prepared.

I followed Sanchez to Paulo, and an atmosphere of conversation was created naturally on the tedious journey.

"I have heard rumors about Roman Dmitry. When he defeated Butler, the continental ranker, when he was only in his mid-20s, and when he defeated Count Nicholas, he climbed up in order from the top 100 and completely turned Cairo upside down. How much admiration came out of hearing the rumors. Although he was not born in Valhalla, it felt as if the warriors of Valhalla's history appeared in this world."

He was a man of many words.

At first, he showed respect, but as the travel time increased, he began to touch a slightly sensitive subject.

" But is it really true that you killed Gustavo Knight Commander alone? There's always a tendency to exaggerate that this is a rumor, so it's hard to believe what people say. It's not anyone else, it's Gustavo Knight Commander. In a situation where the soldiers of the Kronos Empire are infested, would it make sense to cut through the crowd and cut down the knight commander? Why, in the fictional stories in history books, a swordsman splits the earth and cuts down the sky, but isn't Roman Dmitry a living being?

It had a strange nuance.

It's like tapping.

Chris distorted his expression at the remarks that constantly touched his nerves.

"Be careful with your words."

Okay. Did you say Sanchez? I think you have something you want to say, tell me the main point."

In the words of Roman Dmitry.

Chris suppressed his anger.

From the beginning to the end of the country called Valhalla, there was no respect for guests.

Sanchez chuckled.

At first, Roman Dmitry was guided by someone else, but he decided to do it himself.

"I'll be honest with you, Kim. Roman Dmitry. What the hell did you get to be chosen as Barbosa-sama's opponent?"

his remarks.

The aggressive attitude meant the story of Valhalla, which Roman Dmitry did not know.

* * *

Sanchez

He was a disciple of Morales, who is ranked 12th in Valhalla.

Morales and Barbosa.

It was a very famous affair in Valhalla.

Born in the same region, they had been competing since childhood, but Morales was always pushed to the back by the dazzling talent of Barbosa.

It wasn't that Morales lacked skills.

He was also gifted with a talent that could be called a genius in Valhalla, but Barbosa's talent was second to none.

half a year ago from now.

Morales was selected as a warrior to be included in the festival.

A festival to honor the souls of warriors.

There is a saying that those who die there go to Valhalla regardless of victory or defeat, so Morales happily said that he would go on stage.

Besides, when I heard that my opponent was Barbosa.

He truly thought that the god of warriors had made the perfect stage for him.

If you defeat Barbosa.

It was an opportunity to put an end to the bad ties of the past.

Conversely, even if I die, there is nothing more joyful than this, since I am dying for Valhalla.

By the way.

Roman Dmitry's appearance made everything messed up.

Morales strongly opposed the decision of the Valhalla leadership, but there was no way to reverse the decision already made.

said Sanchez.

"Roman Dmitry. The opportunity you have taken away is the aspiration of every warrior of Valhalla. But what qualifications do you have on stage? Valhalla's leaders say you're the right fit for your fame on the continent, but I don't believe the rumors you hear. Isn't that too absurd? Even Morales-sama, whom I serve, did not reach that level at the age of his mid-20s. The same goes for the Continental Sword. You haven't been properly tested, and you've robbed us of the position we all hoped for.

Since being disqualified.

Morales lived in pain.

Looking at it, Sanchez developed a strong sense of ill will towards Roman Dmitry.

"You don't know the value of that place. There are many warriors in Valhalla who would risk their lives if anyone could stand on that stage. Please tell me where Do you think you are worthy of dealing with Barbosa on behalf of Morales? If Barbosa's single sword is not properly received and they die, what will the broken hearts of the Valhalla warriors who have been waiting for that day do?"

his words.

It was the same as the Valhalla Empire.

A sure belief that Barbosa will not be defeated.

Just as they spread rumors about Roman Dmitry, they devalued Roman Dmitry from beginning to end.

That moment.

hey hey

Roman Dmitry grabbed the horse's reins and stopped walking.

* * *

From start to finish.

I didn't like the attitude of the Valhalla people.

People who do not say surrender.

People who say Valhalla is the best.

It was stupid.

Is that really the right thing to do?

In the world of weak and strong food, it was natural to admit defeat and bow your head.

If only a sheep exposed its teeth to a beast.

People don't applaud it for courage.

However, the people of Valhalla tended to take death lightly to the point of stupidity.

Valhalla.

I didn't know if it existed.

But with doubts towards himself, Roman Dmitry said.

"Sanchez. What is the basis of your judgment?"

past life.

Living as the son of a heavenly demon, he did not tolerate being ignored by people, even if he showed his power.

Once you look shallow.

In the world of yak-yuk-gangsik, it meant the end.

Valhalla's attitude.

Sanchez's speech.

The reaction of the people of Valhalla that Roman Dmitry is disappointed to be on stage.

It touched the heart of Roman Dmitry.

said Sanchez.

" No separate rationale is required. The reputation you have built up is still only that much."

okay?

timely.

In a situation that matched the desired picture, Roman Dmitry showed a ferocious smile.

"If you have questions about me, I'll show you that the results in Cairo and Valhalla are not that different. There are still a few days left before the duel begins. Tell the warriors of Valhalla, including Morales. If there is a warrior who comes to me before the eve of the eve festival, I will bet my seat and be willing to deal with it. how about I think it would be better if you challenge me yourself. If you draw your sword, I will deal with you right here."

at that word.

Sanchez felt that his thinking had stopped for a moment.