Book 2: Chapter 18: I am strong (4)

Book 2: Chapter 18: I am strong (4)

Is the black-haired person the Dragon-nim?

Probably.

Cale heard some whispers behind him. They were not whispering quietly like Cale's group. They seemed to be trying their best to suppress their voices but were too excited and envious to do it right.

However, Cale didn't have time to pay attention to other people's reactions.

There is over fifty percent chance that this Dragon is real and it doesn't seem to be normal?

It was at that moment.

Cale.

Eruhaben spoke into his mind instead of out loud. It meant that he needed to be that careful about it.

Mana does not go around that being.

That being Eruhaben was talking about was the black-haired woman.

Nonetheless, that being has strong mana. However, shes worse at hiding herself even more than Raon. Its as if-

Eruhaben hesitated for a moment before finishing.

Its as if she is raw. It is as if she has never learned how to handle mana nor ever practiced it properly.

The ancient Dragon's currently green eyes were looking into the black-haired womans black eyes.

Something is weird. A Dragon should naturally know how to handle mana.

That was true.

When Cale first rescued Raon, Raon had learned how to control mana on his own despite never learning about it.

Human! Something, something makes me think she is a Dragon!

Instead of confirming that she was a Dragon over and over, Raon kept repeating that he thinks that she is a Dragon.

So basically-

Cale organized his thoughts.

It is likely that the black-haired woman is a Dragon but her condition is different from regular Dragons?

That should be enough to record in his mind for now.

Hmm?

It was at that moment.

.

The woman walking behind Sanders, the woman they believed to be a Dragon, stopped walking. The woman with radiant blonde hair next to her immediately grabbed the Dragons arm.

What is wrong, ma'am?

Cale knew the blondie's identity.

She is the first young lady of the House of Huayans.

The Huayans were the house of the Emperors instructor. They were the Black Bloods. She was the future matriarch of that family. She was almost guaranteed to be a Hunter.

Its nothing.

The black-haired woman looked forward and shook her head.

Did she recognize Raon and Eruhaben-nim? Did she figure something out?

Cale was tense for a moment, but the woman did not look toward Raon or Eruhaben. She just shook her head as if something was weird. However, she removed that confused look from her face and spoke calmly.

I think my senses are a bit sensitive because I am a bit tired.

Hooo.

Cale looked at the black-haired woman with an odd gaze.

Little kid.

He heard Eruhabens voice at that moment.

The little kid. That was his way of calling out to Raon while avoiding questions from other people.

You stay a bit away for now.

Eruhaben then shared his thoughts in Cales mind.

If that being is a Dragon and that weird state is because of some constraints by the Hunters The Emperor's instructor, who will show up soon The patriarch might be quite skilled.

He was saying that it would be better to have Raon leave for now just to be safe. Cale nodded his head right away.

Eruhaben seemed to be trying to convince Raon.

Yes. I know that you are strong, but Stay outside for now.

Boom!

They heard a quiet booming of a drum.

The orchestra stopped playing.

It was telling everybody to compose themselves as the Emperor was headed over.

Cale was looking at the three people by the First Imperial Prince's side. He looked at the black-haired woman, the first young lady, and the person hiding under a robe before he heard Raons grumbling voice.

Human, I am heading out because goldie gramps told me to get out! I'm not angry! I'm really not angry!

Okay. Okay.

Cale slightly nodded his head. He then added on in a whisper. He was speaking extremely quietly.

Go and see if anything was installed at home. Or if someone goes through our stuff.

Oh! I got it, human! I'll go do that!

Moderately. If it gets d-

I got it, Ill run away if it gets dangerous!

Raon, who now had something to do, said that he was leaving multiple times before leaving through the open terrace window and flying over to Palace Nineteen.

Haaaaaaaa.

The ancient Dragon sighed. However, Cale could see Eruhabens gaze turning cold.

Boom-

His Majesty, the light of Iska, is now gracing us with his presence!

There was an energetic shout and a beautiful melody started to play.

Everybody showed respect as their palaces Chief of Staff taught them.

On the Emperors path from the door to the throne The candidates were having some stealthy mental warfare as they lined up along that path.

Cales group moved back on purpose and bowed their heads.

They could not raise their heads until the Emperor told them to do so.

Tap. Tap.

They heard the noise of a cane and the Emperor appeared.

Shh. Shh.

They heard some cloth dragging behind him.

How much time must have passed

Raise your heads.

The Emperor, who was standing in front of the throne, looked down from above the steps as he gave the command. Cale slowly raised his head.

This was the person in Xiaolen with the strongest necromancer abilities.

His face that was full of black lines and his clear blue eyes were looking down at the candidates.

Hmm?

Cale felt a hand slightly clenching his sleeve.

Mary?

Marys eyes were shaking while looking at the Emperor. He wanted to ask her what was going on, but this was not the situation to do that.Updated from novelbIn.(c)om

However, his gaze was cold. That cold gaze observed the hall before he gave a short remark.

May you all survive.

Silence filled the hall.

Hahahaha! My goodness, instructor-nim, youre even worse than me.

The Emperor laughed out loud as he walked out of the hall. The candidates bowed again and the patriarch was smiling gently as he walked out behind the Emperor.

The Chief of Staff moved forward once the two of them left and addressed the crowd.

The details of the first test will be revealed at the end of this celebration, so please enjoy yourselves until then. The palace you are in right now and the rear garden outside You may freely use any of the areas here, esteemed candidates!

The Chief of Staff bowed respectfully.

Now then, may you have a relaxing time.

The Chief of Staff motioned and the orchestra started to play some cheerful music.

Haaaaaaaa.

His aura truly is different.

The candidates and their helpers slowly started to loosen up and speak.

Cale also approached Mary.

Would you like some refreshments, my liege?

He was faithful to his duties. Choi Han approached Cale.

"Should I get you some meat, sir?

Cale frowned.

Haaa, you should be serving Mary, not me!

Since Choi Han couldn't act to save his life, Cale had simply told Choi Han to do whatever was easiest for him.

We need to serve our liege first.

Cale gently smiled under the mask and responded to Choi Han.

Eruhaben was already standing behind Marys back like a guard knight.

My liege.

Cale motioned toward the terrace with his eyes to Mary. It was better to stealthily discuss her reaction from earlier and the information he had gathered.

However, it was not easy to do that.

You must be the faaaaamous Heni Wishrop.

Cale frowned while looking at the person approaching them.

Who the hell is this typical trash-like bastard?

Mary turned toward the sound of the voice. The Fourth Imperial Prince was approaching them.

Anybody could tell that the Fourth Imperial Prince, who had a cheeky smile on his face and was holding a wine glass as he was inspecting Mary from head to toe, was trying to start something with Mary.

Cale felt that way as well.

I guess we dont need to pay any attention to him.

Cale immediately stopped caring.

Who are you?

What? You asked who I am?

Mary will take care of him on her own.

Yes. Who are you?

Did you just speak informally-

All candidates are equal. Anyway, who are you?

How could you not know who I-

Should I know who you are?

!

As expected, none of these bastards who show up like this have strong mental fortitudes.

Cale calmly nodded his head before stopping.

Wow! All of the famous people are here!

A man with disheveled hair approached Mary and the Fourth Imperial Prince.

Cale knew this person.

Zero, the man with mercenary origins.

He was number one on the list of mysterious individuals given by Durst and the church, while his abilities were said to be one of the highest of the candidates.

"This area seems quite interesting. Can I join in as well?

Another person approached them.

The Second Imperial Princess as well-

Although her necromancer abilities were ranked fifth among the Imperial family, she was said to be quite skilled in other areas.

What the hell, why is everybody coming here?

Cale's expression slowly became unsettled.

The three people gathered around Mary.

But that wasnt the end.

We need to go exchange information at the terrace though?

Regardless of that thought going through Cale's mind

Tap. Tap.

The man who was standing aloof with a stoic expression on his face without engaging in conversation with anybody The First Imperial Prince was approaching with his gaze focused on Mary.

Why are you all doing this-

Cale first moved Choi Han, who was standing next to Mary, behind him since Choi Hans acting sucked. He then moved in front of Mary.

It was at that moment.

Baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaang!!!

They heard a loud explosion.

An explosion?

Anybody would be able to tell that this was an explosion. Cale looked out the terrace window.

A fire was shooting up from a distant palace.

Wiiiiiiiiing- Wiiiiiiing-

An alarm started to ring and someone urgently rushed over to the Fourth Imperial Prince and whispered in his ear. However, everybody around them could hear what he said.

The Agents of Destruction have attacked the Imperial Palace walls!

Agents of Destruction?

Cale recalled some information Durst had given him.

There is an organization that believes that they can go to a new world if they destroy this one. They are called the Agents of Destruction.

Wow.

Cale sighed internally.

Man, this world has so many issues too.

Translator's Comments

Issue after issue lol.

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