CH 301

Crossroads of Choice (3)

That evening.

In his private quarters, Scott looked down at the 'magic communicator' with a serious expression.

" To report or not? Are you going to perform the mission of a spy or will you remain as Dmitry's private enlisted?

last ten days.

It was a time to admire Dmitry's potential.

Despite the monstrous stamina of the senior enlisted men, Scott felt he could not give up his duties for the safety of his family.

The pressure of the Kronos Empire was great.

No matter how great Dmitry was recently, it was an undeniable fact that Kronos was the most powerful country on the continent.

However.

After the mental practice training, my thoughts became more complicated.

After only 3 hours of starting to feel mana, I realized that this was not usually a problem.

'The Aura swordsmen looked at me and said that Aura's talent didn't exist. If I can feel the mana in less than a day, even if it takes time for the aura to appear, it's not an impossible area. What if Dmitry succeeded in popularizing the aura based on the Sura mentality? Dmitry will have tens of thousands of aura swordsmen, and it is only a matter of time before he has the power to overwhelm the Kronos Empire.'

Dmitry and Kronos.

The difference between the two is obvious now, but as the years go by, Dmitry will quickly pursue Kronos.

It was a revolution.

Just as Cronus of Alexander had the power to overwhelm other nations when he created Aura, Dmitry will surely lead a new future.

Besides, according to Chris's remarks, Sura's method is nothing more than a low-level martial art. Scott was in trouble.

Knowing that Roman Dmitry is a person who thoroughly punishes the enemy, I wondered whether the choice of stealing information was really safe.

The sun went down.

He tousled his hair and bit his nails, but the issue of the safety of his family could not be easily resolved.

finally.

'The Kronos Empire does not guarantee the safety of me and my family. They won't care if I go wrong with Dmitry if things go wrong, but if Dmitry shows his trust to the end, he'll definitely not abandon us. As if carrying the armaments of the fallen people instead. I want to remain as a fellow of those people.'

made a decision

Rather than stealing information and escaping Dmitry.

I contacted an acquaintance of the Kronos Empire, and thought that it was a decision for the future to somehow steal the family.

beep.

"Pike. As soon as they check my communications, they secretly steal my family and run to Dmitry. The future of Dmitry I saw here is bright. Rather than devote my life to the careless Kronos Empire, I would risk my life for Dmitry's bright future. So. You too come over here. Let's start again in Dmitry, in a country that will honor us."

communication partner.

He was a mercenary companion.

Just in case, I had told him to prepare ahead of time.

By the way.

beep.

[Scott. Congratulations on becoming a member of Dmitry's 'official'.]

Voice over the communicator.

At the fact that it wasn't Pike's voice, Scott dropped the communicator in surprise.

tuk.

" hey, what is this?"

shocking situation.

For a while, he couldn't take his eyes off the magic communicator with a bewildered look on his face.

* * *

that time.

Chris was in his office.

'Today is the starting point. The spies who have learned the Sura mentality will choose their future at the crossroads of choice.'

presence of spies.

accepted

While considering the possibility of leaking the Sura method because of them, Roman Dmitry revealed the Sura method.

It showed an intentional message.

If leaked, Dmitry's majesty would be known to the world, and at the same time, Dmitry's confidence in his attitude toward spies was revealed.

And the beings who stole the information were planning to pay the price thoroughly.

Even though some of the spies who raised their hands first returned alive, there was no intention of reviving the beings who remained inside Dmitry and stole information.

Roman Dmitry.

mentioned punishment.

The beings classified as spies were put to the test under Haomun's surveillance.

'I and his subordinates said from the beginning that we should block the possibility of the leak of the Sura Simbeop, but the master didn't care about the leak. From the moment Sura's mind method was disclosed to ordinary soldiers, it is said that leakage is an unavoidable reality. but. He said that he would definitely hold the responsibility for the results. Even though he knew he was a spy, he chose to sit by the sidelines, but there is no reason to keep the enemies alive when they put their spy mission into action.'

just now.

Scott's situation was reported.

Scott thought he could avoid Dmitry's gaze if he went through a magic communicator, but it was impossible to connect the communication to the place he wanted due to the pre-installed magic interference.

If you have contacted the Kronos Empire.

When the door was opened and the troops rushed in, his neck would have been blown away at once.

good to betray.

It was a pitch-black night.

Chris leaned back in his chair, waiting for what was to come.

That was then.

smart.

"Can I come in?"

outside the door.

A familiar voice was heard.

At this time, the person who came to him was more likely to be a spy who made a decision at the crossroads of choice.

come in.

The door opened.

The being who went inside showed a grim expression, as Chris had expected.

" If it's not too late, would I have a chance to sincerely follow Dmitry?

he's right

It was Fred, who was the commander of the Memphis family.

* * *

Fred.

His story was complicated.

It is true that he left Kronos for the safety of his family, but that was not the whole truth.

said Fred.

"I am originally from Emperor Kronos. At his command, he swore allegiance to the Marquis of Memphis, and was sent here on the news that Dmitry was recruiting enlisted men. To be honest, I had a lot of thoughts while living here. I was impressed by Roman Dmitry's determination to reveal the concept of danjeon without hesitation at the swordsmanship presentation, and seeing how he genuinely treats people, I thought that I really want to live for Dmitry. So I risked my life. Maybe I will die because of this choice."

swallowed the fear

As Fred spoke, the corners of his eyes trembled.

look like that.

Chris watched silently.

"The people who came over to Dmitry are not my real family. They are just actors, and the Kronos Empire is holding my family hostage. If you don't follow the orders properly. My family will die of terrible torture. So please. If there is a way to save my family, please take me away, if not, just let me go as you did the spies in the 4th test. As for Sura's method, I will take it to the grave I will return to Kronos and find a way to save my family, but I will not betray Dmitry."

appealed to emotions.

He wanted to live for Dmitry.

However, he revealed the truth even though he knew it was a risky choice because he could not solve the problem he faced.

If there is no way to save the family.

It was over.

The probability that Dmitry would naively return himself to the Kronos Empire was low.

said Chris.

"I already know what kind of person you are and the fact that the family you brought to Dmitry is fake. Fred. If you really want to be Dmitry's man, be honest with your questions from now on. From what we know, there was information that Emperor Cronus dealt with people through 'mental restrictions'. Have you recently lost some of your memories or felt alienated? If you have ever been, tell me the truth."

Hao Moon.

They dug deep into Kronos.

While sorting out a lot of information, I got information that people around Emperor Cronus complained of a common problem.

loss of memory.

behavior that cannot be remembered.

Mental limitations were evident.

The fact that what he did at that time was for Emperor Cronus could lead to a reasonable doubt that he could control people through mental restrictions.

People like Scott weren't worth it.

But if it was Fred, he thought that he might have a mental limitation on him without realizing it.

Fred was surprised.

" There is.

flashing in my mind.

Recent events came to mind.

His wife had reacted worriedly before leaving for the Empire, saying that his forgetfulness seemed to be getting worse.

Chris got up.

Follow. Let me tell you how to live."

* * *

moved place.

It was a secret space moving underground, and the inside was bright as daytime and many people were busy moving.

It was an eye-opening sight.

It was disconcerting to know that there were so many people doing something in Dmitry's basement on a pitch-black night.

This is it.

It was the headquarters of Haomun.

Since Roman Dmitry first ordered Lucas to create an intelligence guild, Haomun's size has grown rapidly over time.

Since we were dealing with huge amounts of information, we needed a space to use as our base.

Felix and other wizards were mobilized to create a secret space where magical penetration did not occur.

Those who know the truth said.

If Dmitry's workshop breathes fire until the sun goes down, the basement never goes out.

Even when people are sleeping.

The people of Haomun have classified the information.

The enormous information power that resulted from it even got a clue that Emperor Kronos was using mental constraints.

said Fred.

" Can you bring me to this place? If you are mentally constrained, the information in your head will be transmitted intact when you lose control."

Does not matter. This place was created so that no magical energy, such as space movement magic or Link, could penetrate. Even if it breaks through the magic barrier. Dmitry is not afraid to reveal."

Finally.

The destination has been reached.

It was a place where we could have a conversation, and Chris, who was sitting opposite Fred, spoke the main point.

"Let's tackle the most important issues first. If you decide to swear allegiance for Dmitry, the people of the Dmitry Intelligence Guild in Kronos will move to rescue your family. There is no guarantee that there is no chance of failure. But if you've already bought your family's location and the people around you, and you're willing to make sacrifices, I can tell you that the chances of success aren't low.

"When are you ready for that? ."

"After the 4th test. When those who applied for enlisted enlistment go on vacation, we have already finished sorting out information about you and are fully prepared for your choices. A week-long vacation meant that. When you join Dmitry, it's time to be fully prepared to respond to whatever choice you make."

I was genuinely surprised.

Dmitry is.

it wasn't easy

While proceeding boldly, he was perfectly prepared for how to respond in detail.

Cheolongseong (鐵甕城).

built a solid tower.

Centered on Roman Dmitry, the Duchy of Dmitry laid the foundations of the empire.

"And the spies like you who are 'mentally restricted' will live here for a month and break the chain of restrictions. There are already successful examples of this. The study of Hang-Ma (降魔) creates mental rigidity and frees you from the unknown powers that constrain you."

this is.

It was Roman Dmitry's policy.

Although the mental constraints used by Alexander exert a powerful deterrent, the study of anti-ma that Shaolin created was the most optimal solution to the restrictions.

Even the Hwanma, who pushed the faction Moulins into fear, couldn't break through the mental power of the Shaolin armed with the study of the Anti-Magician.

Destroying the Shaolin

Baek Joong-hyeok won their martial arts.

What was not particularly necessary in his previous life was suitable as a means to break Alexander's mental restraints.

recruiting soldiers.

swordsmanship presentation.

A series of procedures were carried out in perfect preparation.

People were surprised that Dmitry was daring, but Dmitry was ready to respond to all the variables.

admired

Fred asked with trembling eyes.

" Why are you even doing this? Do you think it's worth accepting me at the risk of rescuing my family and lifting my mental restraints?"

no.

laughed

Chris, as always, put safety first.

but.

"It doesn't matter to us how great aura swordsman Fred is. The reason we are doing this to you who say we will follow Dmitry is that the people who serve the master directly are worth it. whatever happens to you in the future. From the moment you revealed all the truth and swore allegiance for Dmitry, Dmitry never forsakes you."

Moment.

There was a feeling of crying.

In the Kronos Empire, despite being at the center of power, there were many unstable days, and Chris showed Dmitry how he treated his people on behalf of Dmitry.

Really, they were not normal.

Dmitry's tolerance gave him a strong conviction that they would someday leap into the Empire.

said Fred.

"I will follow Dmitry. From now on, I will risk my life for Dmitry."

vomited the truth

Seeing Fred's eager eyes, Chris smiled and stood up.

Follow. When you finish studying Hang-Ma for the next month, I will enlist your family in front of you that day."

Thank you.

followed and stood up

Fred.

He was Dmitry's man from now on.

As he walked, Fred saw a blood-drenched man being dragged from the opposite side.

" ?!"

I opened my eyes.

I had no choice but to do so.

The being dragged along by the soldiers had a very familiar face.

A man who was chatting with people at the inn.

The man who revealed that he was a spy and gave up on the 4th test.

Deshan.

He was being dragged away in front of Fred as he was dying.