CH 244

Special (4)

The disappearance of wizards.

It's not just Phoenix.

At first, people did not pay much attention to the disappearance of the Phoenix Matapju, but as wizards who disappeared one after another began to appear, 'the connection of the incident' began to be raised.

That was already several years ago. There was certainty that the disappearance of the wizards was not a coincidence, but there was no clear evidence related to it.

By the way.

The Phoenix's Horseman appeared as a shadow.

Roman Dmitry contemplated the dead corpse to confirm that it was the one Felix was talking about.

'The burn that covered half of the face could be a coincidence.

However, the magic system used by the shadows was very similar to that of the Phoenix, and while using dark magic, the foundation of the magic was in the attribute of fire.

So, while confirming that I have strong resistance to fire. He was probably trying to win with the most powerful fire magic he could use.'

if so.

The question is, why did the Phoenix's Ma Thapju fall into a shadow?

His disappearance occurred suddenly and without any warning, and there was no connection with the Kronos Empire.

A reasonable doubt was that forced obedience using black magic might have been achieved.

There were beings who used similar magic in Moorim, and they showed a loss of intelligence in common.

it was ambiguous

At least Roman Dmitry's opponent, the horseman of Phoenix, seemed to be thinking and judging himself.

'Black magic is a world that I cannot fully grasp. There may be a method of coercive obedience that I am not aware of.'

Kris.

Yes.

"Record the faces of the corpses through a magic imager. Afterwards, I will check all of them."

" Was the Kronos Empire really forcibly manipulating wizards with black magic? If that's true. This issue must be formally proposed to the international community and taken up as an issue. No matter how Kronos Empire is, responsibility for this incident cannot be avoided."

Chris looked angry.

black magic.

It is a forbidden area.

He couldn't hide his boiling anger at the fact that the public enemy had touched the power that betrayed humanity.

Roman Dmitry said.

"The truth is not that important. Whether they voluntarily followed the Kronos Empire or there was some coercive intervention. The important thing is that the Kronos Empire revealed the existence of the warlocks even though they knew that there was a possibility of 'discovery'. No, the existence of warlocks has been constantly raised since ancient times. Three shadows operating in the shadow of Kronos. The fact that the warlocks were one of them would have been known in the first place if people only denied reality and wanted to confirm."

Kronos.

They were getting bolder.

Revealing the existence of warlocks, invading Valhalla territory openly, and even in disputes related to the Cairo Kingdom, the Kronos Empire did not hide its ambitions.

The atrocities of those with power. Rather, they may want the truth to be the signal of war.

People could not face the truth, and everyone was watching the continent collapsing with their eyes open.

The ambition of conquest of the continent.

It won't take long.

Signals from all over the continent were showing clear evidence that the desires of the Kronos Empire would soon erupt like an active volcano.

It was fun. If Roman Dmitry was a being who lived in common sense.

The moment he first came out of Kronos' eyes, he would have died without even having access to the truth.

"Reorganize your troops. 1 hour later. We will be heading straight to the trading city."

Dmitry was far away.

Kronos obviously.

I will not give up on this golden opportunity to kill Roman Dmitry.

* * *

It was a battle of time.

Although he had to get to the trading city as quickly as possible, Roman Dmitry was never in a hurry.

when you arrive

Safety was top priority.

If they are forced to move and are attacked by Kronos just before they arrive, Dmitry's forces will have no choice but to deal with them in the worst condition.

So I definitely took a break in the middle.

He stopped by a nearby city to secure supplies and, if necessary, relieved the fatigue of the march even if he invested the entire day.

on such a schedule.

Sanchez fell into his own thoughts.

When I remembered the battle with the shadows, I felt helpless along with anger.

'How the hell did Dmitry's soldiers deal with the shadows? Not all of them are stronger than the warriors of Valhalla.

Still, they cut through the bodies of the shadows scattered like smoke, showing that there was something different about us.

It must mean that there is a special way.'

The battle is over.

Roman Dmitry said it was okay to go back, but the warriors of Sanchez and Valhalla said they couldn't.

Valhalla's pride is at stake.

Even if they die by this choice, they hope that their lives will be a stepping stone for Roman Dmitry's safe return.

Therefore, a way to deal with the shadows was essential. If there was another battle, at least the shadows were meant to be companions of the underworld.

hesitated for a while.

Before long, Sanchez, who had made a decision, approached Roman Dmitry.

"Roman Dmitry. Please teach me how to deal with the shadows."

asked bluntly.

In fact, the chances of consent were slim.

Teaching Biggie was a sensitive matter, and even if Roman Dmitry said he couldn't teach, he had no intention of blaming the opponent.

On the other hand, it was simple.

Even if it were him, the transfer of Biggie is a problem that should be seriously considered, so while asking, Sanchez showed an expression of recognizing that it was an unreasonable request.

Roman Dmitry said.

I know. Through Chris, I will pass on the skills."

" Are you serious?"

"The warriors of Valhalla have proven their will by fighting the shadows. You deserve to ask me for a skill."

quiet words.

Sanchez felt a momentary cry.

Valhalla does not recognize the devotion of the warriors.

However, he did not think that strangers from other countries, who were viewed with prejudice, would recognize the devotion of the warriors.

like that.

Teaching was conducted during the march.

At Roman Dmitry's orders, Chris took over the training, and Chris explained the principles of technology to them.

"The principle of attacking the shadow is actually not that difficult. Shadows have two weaknesses, the first is that they attack the gap as the body reorganizes. In the end, it was a method that attacked the fact that in order to exist physically, there is inevitably a weak timing. And the second is to see the flow of mana and break the link between the bodies."

The explanation was simple.

Dmitry's soldiers were taught by Roman Dmitry, and it didn't take long for them to master the technique.

Feeling the flow of mana.

It was originally included in the training process, and since it is a technique that can be said to be an extension of that, he made the technique his own through sufficient training.

By the way.

The warriors of Sanchez and Valhalla were different.

A few days passed, but they did not get a sense of it, and rather, they showed a look of amazement at how they succeeded in this.

"Does Dmitry have only mana geniuses? I don't understand how you can feel the flow of mana so easily."

Sanchez's question.

Then, Chris realized.

What Roman Dmitry taught me.

How valuable and valuable the teachings you have been taught in the past.

It was certain.

Emperor Valhalla wanted his allegiance, but the most ideal environment to grow as a swordsman was to receive his teachings under Roman Dmitry until the end.

Whether the opponent was the Kronos Empire or the Valhalla Empire. There was now no room for disbelief in that belief.

If you ever surpass Roman Dmitry.

then.

The world will call itself the continent's best sword.

* * *

Valhalla shook.

Whenever Roman Dmitry stopped by the city on his way, the people of Valhalla ran out to show their respect.

Alas!

"Meet Roman Dmitry!"

"I really respect you!"

enthusiasts.

They filled the streets, and some even pretended to bow to the floor.

To the people of Valhalla, Roman Dmitry was no longer just a stranger.

The appearance of breaking through the plot of the Kronos Empire head-on was reminiscent of the story of a hero who once warmed people's hearts.

people said

"Roman Dmitry is a great warrior who will always rise to the world of warriors. look at his steps. He proved the warrior's fighting spirit by defeating Barbosa even after taking poison, and even though the Kronos Empire is openly trying to kill him, he hasn't taken a single step back. To the Salamander Continent. There has never been anything like Roman Dmitry. He is showing the pride of a warrior who wants to defeat the two great mountains of the continent that people say with a single sword."

It was a story that Valhalla longed for.

one sword.

Excluding all other background issues, Roman Dmitry only proved his existence by force.

The origin of a small country rather added to the special character of the hero.

Unlike the Empire, even though there was no background to believe in, the powerful force made all premises meaningless.

Barbosa kneeled in seven attacks.

Despite the fact that the Kronos Empire had openly expressed their intention to assassinate, unlike in previous history, they failed to kill Roman Dmitry, which was exceptionally unsuccessful.

It was a hero's move.

As the past events were discussed one by one, the people of Valhalla considered the existence of Roman Dmitry special.

The road to the trading city.

Eyes and ears focused.

The torment of the shadows continued, and every time a battle broke out, a triumph struck Valhalla.

Purple!

Roman Dmitry has won!

This time, the scum of Kronos died on his sword!

When three or five people gathered, they talked about Roman Dmitry's story, ignoring the passing of time.

two weeks after that.

Finally, with the trading city at hand, Valhalla's forces finally came to Roman Dmitry.

* * *

"From now on, we will guide you."

It was a man who identified himself as Rodriguez.

As a person who leads one of the armed groups in Valhalla, Green Field, the ranking was 7th, one step lower than Barbosa.

It was good news.

To a situation that ordinary people would accept that way, Roman Dmitry reacted coldly.

"Don't let pretense be excluded. I don't need your help. It would be impossible for Kronos to run rampant in Valhalla's territory without Valhalla's permission. They seem to have sent troops on purpose to pay attention to people's eyes, but since neither of them know the truth, it would be better to take only a suitable cause and step back.

"As you say, you are a very bold person."

Rodriguez chuckled and laughed.

Barbosa's death.

It was a great achievement, but there was no reason to fear Roman Dmitry in the land of Valhalla.

"If you think this is a Valhalla conspiracy, why are you taking such a risk? Public opinion is already on Roman Dmitry's side. If you spend time in a city, Valhalla has no choice but to safely send Roman Dmitry-sama. this work. It's what you brought up. Why are you running rampant and making things worse?"

As Roman Dmitry's fame rises.

It became clear why I had to kill him.

At Rodriguez's blatantly revealing intentions, Roman Dmitry also showed a light smile.

as if it were the same

I looked down at my opponent.

"The premise is wrong. you can't kill me Even if I summon Kronos and you attack me directly, that doesn't change. So, there is no need to waste time. No matter how hard you try, I will not die in the land of Valhalla. And.

Moment.

Rodriguez's expression hardened.

The violently rising momentum tightened his heart.

"As soon as I return to Dmitry, you will pay the price. So. If you want to kill me, do your best. If not now, a better opportunity will never come again."

Roman Dmitry.

He was definitely crazy.

In the land of Valhalla, under attack from the Kronos Empire.

Having turned both the great mountains of the continent into his enemies, he boldly gave both empires a cause to attack.

I was genuinely curious.

the next few days.

Will Roman Dmitry really be able to return to Dmitry?

Rodriguez was instinctively convinced that such a thing should never happen.