Dungeon of Pride, Laplace

Chapter 820- Gish-Bolg, Drovos (2)

Simon had the revenant Crows Mk V continuously surveilling the area of the seven kings. However, they could only provide him with surface level information. Intel such as alliance and schemes that they were planning only someone who was one of them, could provide him.

That's right, Melinda was now one of the spies from his side, supplying him with intel and activities on the seven kings.

That being said, the Terraquake Rhinos… it was not like Simon did not have any idea what kind of race they were. One of the ruler clans of the Ghastly Winding Forest, the Terraquake Rhinos occupied the wild lands of the western region of the forest.

Not only were they extremely dangerous and powerful, being able to create their own dominance and name across the forest, the Terraquake Rhinos also had a unique physique that made their outer body stronger than even Blackgold.

What's more, among them, their king the Ivory Terraquake Rhino was said to even possess a physique that was equivalent to Mythril in sturdiness. Coupled with their high level and numerous sets of rare and superior skill they are a force to be reckoned with.

If Melinda was a pure magic fighter, using her evil eyes to fight, then Yverza the Ivory Terraquake Rhino was a purely physical fighter. Simon knew that in his mission to complete the mission given to him by Aldebaran, Yverza would prove to be one of the most difficult opponents.

This was also the reason why he was not trying to involve himself with the Terraquake Rhinos at this point in time or at least until he grew strong. However, with the other party joining hands with the king of the black ogres, it was no longer possible.

It was a problematic matter that two of the seven kings joined hands. It was a matter that he couldn't ignore and must deal with as soon as possible. With the forces of the two kings, they could do some serious damage to his dungeon which had only just recovered from the mess made by the criminal organisation not too long ago.

What's more, there was still a possibility that the other seven kings might join the fray. This was a scenario that he must stop from happening at all costs.

 A multitude of thoughts ran through Simon's head. Of course, since he had the skill [High Speed Thought Processing] skill, barely any time had passed on the outside.

"Very well, take me to your queen. I need to discuss with her how to move forward from this point on".

The harpy subordinates did as they were ordered. After tasting the benefits that Simon provided them from his dungeon, the attitude of these harpies turned a total 180° towards him.

Now they no longer viewed him as a foreign usurper and harboured a friendlier feelings towards him.

One of the harpies gave a sonorous cry and a few moments later, a large shadow dropped down from the sky.

Sky Breakin Eagle, a monster above level 400. When Simon looked at the being, he immediately recognised it.

The Sky Breaking Eagle landed on top of the mountain and spread its wings in a manner that made it seem like a ramp for people to climb on its back. With the Senior commanding harpy leading them, Simon and the others climbed on top of the huge Sky Breaking Eagle.

As the territory of the Harpies consisted of mainly tall spiky rock hills that even pierced through the clouds, the main mode of travel here was through the sky. If one travels from the ground, they would become a target for the numerous aerial monsters that reside in this area.

As harpies were known as the tyrant of the skies, living on tall rock hills was not a problem for them. However, for those who did not have wings or flight ability, travelling through the territory of the harpies was nothing short of suicidal for them.

Although Simon could fly up to a pretty high altitude and Bea had spatial and mana wings ability, the Rimeblood Tribes they brought with them were unable to fly. As such, they had to take the Sky Breaking Eagle.

 "It's quite fast" Enjoying his company while sticking close to him, Bea muttered.

Simon nodded in reply, indeed the Sky Breaking Eagle was quite fast. Should he say as expected of a level 400+ monster? Although he hadn't inspected the latter with [Appraisal] he suspected that the monster would definitely have [Ultra High Speed flight] if he did.

 In any case, it felt good to ride on such a high speed mount. He remembered the last time he came here, he had to sneak in and use the aid of the Valkyries just to reach the queen of the Harpies.

This time, he boldly and openly travelled in their territory without worrying about anyone or anything obstructing him. From this altitude, Simon could see a good portion of the territory of the harpies.

His eyes were inadvertently drawn towards an area where one could see many mechanical humanoids mining and excavating ores from the numerous rock mountains here. This was a part of the agreement in regards to allowing the harpies to govern themselves so that he would openly mine the resources of their territory.

 As the territory of the harpies was sitting on top of a large Mythril deposit, the conditions were in his complete favour.

 Simon grinned seeing that the mining of Mythril was going excellently. Soon, he would have a large amount of mythril to set up a better manufacturing facility to produce higher marks of Andormedas, Revenant Crows and other war machines. n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om

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With the speed of the Sky Breaking Eagle, it didn't take long for them to reach the biggest and the most tallest rock mountain around this part of the land which was also the personal abode of the queen of the harpies, Melinda.

At this moment, she was entertaining a couple of guests on the second peak of her mountain. Some had enormous bodies and endogenous armour while some had toned condensed bodies that was no different than a human.

From his distance, Simon could tell that the guests were none other than from the Terraquake Rhino race and Black Ogres.

"Lord Melinda please think over the proposition that Lord Gil-Garna sent you. The other kings would soon also join the alliance. At that time, even if you wanted a share of the benefits, the portion you would get would be the leftover after being distributed amongst the other kings"

A man with a scar on his right eye and an indigo horn on his forehead indicating his status, spoke. He wore a sturdy looking armour and carried a huge bastard sword around with him on his back.

Next to him, was a hulking being wearing endogenous armour that completely covered their body and gave them an appearance of an impregnable fortress.

Other than them there were also numerous members from the Black Ogre tribe and Terraquake Rhinos, standing as guards behind them. The two of them were the direct subordinates of the two of the seven kings and were here on orders of their kings to meet with the queen of the harpies.

"Lady Melinda… the Dungeon in the East has been a growing concern for all beings residing in the forest. If we don't do anything, soon we will pay for it once it grows in strength. At that time, perhaps the strength of just one king would prove insufficient to push out this intruder. The forest belongs to us as such, you need to make a decision"

The black ogre with the indigo horn spoke again. The manner in which he addressed her was quite disrespectful which pissed quite a few of Melinda's subordinates. However, the latter did not show much reaction in the face of such provocation and continued to keep her eyes closed and her aura calm.

 "I see, as I said before, I will think about it. Right now, it is not a good time for me and my clan as we are currently busy with another business right now" Melinda replied with a smile.

"No matter what things you are busy with, you should know that this matter should be of the topmost priority"

A brusque voice intervened at this moment. It was from the hulking terraquake rhino beside the black ogre. His voice seemed irritated just like his expression.

"You… you dare address our queen without any honorifics" One of the personal subordinates of Melinda was unable to take it any longer. He drew out his sword that was made of super sharp reinforced feathers and was just about to rush forward when…

 "Stand down Oro, I'm still talking" Melinda spoke, causing the harpy named Oro to freeze in his place.

"But my queen they have been insulting your honour from the moment they came here. Forget about bowing their head in your presence, they even have the audacity to talk back to you. Please allow me to teach these people where they are right now…"…

 "I will not repeat it again, stand down".

A weird chill descended onto the place affecting the sky and mana in the surrounding as Melinda opened half of her eyelids.

The Harpy named Oro immediately toned down and backed away. The atmosphere of hostility that was almost about to burst into sparks was snuffed by Melinda.

"Please excuse my subordinate. Although he is a hot headed one, his loyalty towards me is without question. Anyways, as I have said before, I need time to make the decision. Tell Gil-Garna and Yverza that I told them that" Still carrying a smile, she addressed her guests.