Overpowered Sword

Overpowered Sword Chapter 190

Level up with black hair (190)

The eyes of the three people widened without anyone deciding who was first.

The conversion of the County of Alger!

It is not a small or medium-sized fiefdom, but one of the key points in the border area, where the Margrave personally stays and commands the military.

Assuming that the war with Jugend had begun, Alger Castle could be said to be the most important base in both attack and defense. Both as a ‘spear’ to project military power and as a ‘shield’ to block the enemy’s vanguard.

Even Jugend, which had siege weapons that were several levels superior to those of other countries, required quite a lot of effort to conquer.

However, Aljeoseong was the first to raise the white flag with his own hand.

“Are you serious?”

Even Leon, who had little military background, could understand the gravity of the matter.

It is also something that is not something to be said lightly like now.

But the Margrave of Alger did not pick up those words.

“exactly. “I will attach a few conditions, but if you accept them, I will convert Alzer to the Kingdom of Jugend.”

The Margrave declared coolly and took a sip of tea.

Then Ellahan looked at his attitude and asked a question.

“What if it’s a condition?”

“Well, it’s simple.”

The Margrave of Alger put down his glass and raised his fingers.

There were two fingers held upright.

“one. Guarantee the status of me and my vassals and do not interfere with the property and safety of the people of the territory. “I will accept conscription for the war against the empire, but I will not accept excessive demands.”

“It’s reasonable.”

“two. Even if they convert to Jugend, the residents of Alger have lived as citizens of the empire for a long time. “It may be just auxiliary work or supply, but it would be difficult to point a sword at people who were compatriots not long ago.”

“…that.”

It was definitely not wrong.

Ellahan couldn’t deny those words, but Karen immediately saw his intention and smiled coldly.

Leon’s shaken face also became expressionless.

“In short, you will surrender to Jugend, but you will not fight the Empire directly? “Do you know that if the circumstances arise, it could sound like you’re changing sides again?”

Karen’s eyes narrowed as she spoke in an informal tone.

The reason they treated the margrave with respect was only to fuel the story, not to curry favor with them.

Aura Master or higher power level is three.

The nape of Margrave Alger’s neck quickly became damp with cold sweat due to the energy he had lost unconsciously. Nevertheless, he spoke without letting the tip of his tongue tremble.

“I don’t intend to do that.”

“How can we trust you?”

“You don’t have to trust me. “It’s just the way things are.”

“situation?”

He explained while nodding once in response to Karen’s question.

“You may not realize it, but the situation inside the empire is much more serious than is known to the outside world. “No matter how the winners and losers are divided at the end of this war, Clyde will never enjoy the same glory.”

“…You judged that even if the empire continued, there would be no room to restore Alzero Castle.”

“Just do as you say.”

It’s cunning.

Leon inwardly clicked his tongue at that way of dealing. In some ways, the Margrave of Alger was the most noble person he had ever seen. Although they follow practicality, they do not forget the cause, and they confidently speak out their inner thoughts that some might call ugly.

The transition to Jugentro was also like that.

From the Kingdom of Jugend’s point of view, it was good that they had taken over a strategic point like Alger Castle without shedding blood, and from the Margrave’s point of view, it was like gaining a new background instead of an empire with an uncertain future.

‘We thoroughly avoid doing things that will cause us harm, and while taking advantage, we definitely keep the line that might offend the other person.’

As Karen pointed out, there may be many people who will not criticize the conditions he put forward, but the merit of being able to occupy Alger Castle without blood greatly outweighs that.

As a result, you can see great benefits, so you can’t kick the other person’s request just because you feel bad about it.

The Margrave cleverly pointed out the gap.

‘This is my first experience that the person who raises the white flag first can take the lead in negotiations.’

[What do you think is so great? It’s the same thing as a debt collector.]

‘A debt collector?’

Leon asked back.

[At first, the debtor is servile, but as the debt grows and the lender becomes staggered, the debtor becomes more confident.]

‘Isn’t that… just shameless?’

[Same goes for that guy. Instead of debt, they just made a fool of themselves with control. In the end, the true nature of nobility is no different from that of vicious merchants who ask how far they have come to know.]

‘How poignant.’

El Cid’s words were explicit, but they were persuasive enough to make the listener nod his head.

So Leon asked a question without realizing it.

‘How did you deal with it? I think you’ve experienced this often.’

[huh? There’s nothing special. It’s just—]

Leon, who heard that remark, chuckled.

The Margrave of Alger took a moment to guess the meaning of the smile, but Leon spoke faster than he could arrive at the correct answer.

“All right. “I will write you a letter of recommendation in my name.”

“oh! As expected, it’s a hero-like feat. “Thank you very much.”

Ellahan and Karen looked surprised by the answer, but did not hold his hand or anything.

Leon said while writing with a pen on a piece of parchment.

“I am deeply grateful to the Count for his bravery. Otherwise, countless blood would have been shed on this land.”

“Hehe, my benefactor is painting my face with gold.”

The two exchanged well-wishes in a friendly atmosphere.

Eventually, Leon finished writing the letter of recommendation and handed it over to Margrave Alger, who looked it up and down and held his right hand with a satisfied smile.

“I have been so blessed that no matter how many times I thank you, I cannot thank you enough. “I will definitely repay you in return for the name of this castle and my family.”

“Haha, it’s not that big of a deal. Oh, then can I ask you one simple favor?”

“Other than that, of course. “Tell me at least ten things.”

“Okay then,” Leon said with a sigh.

“I would like you to provide information on the rebel forces within the empire that the Count is aware of. “I would also like to ask for the identities of rebel leaders in areas expected to be hot spots.”

“…I understand. “I am no longer a nobleman of the Clyde, so I will follow the will of my benefactor.”

“Just one last thing.”

As he looked into the eyes of the Margrave of Alger, Leon brought up the name he had thought about several times whether to bring up or not.

“Lian Calem Gladius von Clyde.”

I remembered it even though I only heard it once.

Heir of the Clyde Imperial Family.

An entity that has been deprived of its qualifications by the will of El Cid, the holy sword and vessel of the hero, which was determined by prophecy 150 years ago. He’s like the main character of a storybook that I knew nothing about when I was at the academy.

The Margrave of Alger also seemed to have forgotten that name, as his calm face took on an unknown color.

Leon said.

“If he returned to this country, would he be able to bring down Emperor Guang?”

The answer did not come back right away.

“That’s…”

After a moment, Margrave Alger spoke.

* * *

Golden-Whale.

It was named so because the way the sea, colored by the glow of the sunset, looks like a golden whale every time the sun sets. It was one of the few port cities in the Clyde Empire and was also famous for its fortress Aurum, which was based on a port area.

If you count the cannons installed all over the several kilometers long castle walls, there are hundreds of them.

Even the Merrill Maritime Alliance, whose naval power was several times superior to that of the Empire, could not penetrate the defense of this fortress. This was because the quality of the troops stationed in the fortress, which had a natural topography, was also high.

The rear, which could be said to be the only weak point, was imperial territory, so there was no way to break through with direct attack methods.

“You’d think… right? Those arrogant imperial bastards.”

It was in the forest.

In a forest not far from the Golden Whale territory, an operation was being carried out to stab the Empire in the back.

A special forces member of the Kingdom of Hispania chuckled.

“In just a few days, we will see that magnificent fortress burning.”

His colleagues added one word to his sentiments.

“Hehe, wouldn’t it be the perfect accompaniment to drinks?”

“It would be nice to have some meat. “I’ve been eating beef jerky for over a week now, so all my teeth are falling out.”

“I can’t help it. “If even smoke leaks out, we’ll get caught.”

“Who on earth is coming to this damn forest again?”

“Don’t you remember that we buried an old herbalist the day before yesterday? “You went through so much trouble finding the cabin and burning it down.”

“Damn it was.”

Bloody stories are exchanged casually.

Agents trained in Hispania for the main purpose of infiltration and assassination of dukes. Since the unit’s name was ‘Bats’, getting your hands dirty in dirty work was an everyday occurrence.

They hid in this forest more than a week ago in order to join hands with the Meryl Maritime Alliance and take down Aurum Fortress.

Dozens of woodcutters and herbalists were killed in the process, but their work would be over before this news even reached them. The Hispanese army that will arrive in a few days will lay waste to that territory.

“I heard your superiors are really vicious too? Capture the fortress, but damage its internal facilities to the point where they cannot be used again.”

This was the conclusion reached by the Kingdom of Hispania.

It is good to capture that fortress to weaken the common enemy, but I do not want to share the benefits with the Merrill Maritime Alliance.

So, completely neutralize Aurum Fortress.

One of the agents muttered that it was as he said.

“Well, the promise lasted until the fall of Golden Whale, so it can’t be said to be a breach of contract. “It’s not something worth talking about in public.”

“It means that you are the enemy of your enemy and not your friend.”

“It’s the same as always.”

Even while chatting, your hands move quickly.

Dozens of agents diligently prepared maps and prepared the tools needed for infiltration operations.

So that you can dispatch at any time.

The preparation was truly thorough.

“-It’s still lame. “The bats of Hispania.”

Was that why?

When a voice that belonged to no one was heard, the agents jumped almost simultaneously.

Someone drew a dagger and someone held a bow.

Unlike general units, the majority of special forces members play their own unique roles. If there are people with excellent combat skills, there are people who demonstrate their abilities outside of combat.

Naturally, it was the combatants who moved quickly.

Peeping!

Four arrows left the protest in an instant.

Each shot contained an aura, so it was powerful enough to pierce even a beautiful tree. It easily pierces even a shield made of steel.

I didn’t see it with my eyes, I just heard it with my ears.

Nevertheless, the aim was very accurate.

“Slow and weak. “It’s very shabby.”

But when four arrows were cut off with a single blow and the darkness of the forest was cleared by the sword light.

The agents despaired regardless.

“You bastard—!?”

A citizen of the Kingdom of Hispania could not have known this.

There were wanted signs with their faces all over the streets, and five families were destroyed with a single sword.

A swordsman who killed half of the Knights Guards and leisurely left.

“Swordmaster Cedric!”

“Thank you for remembering. then.”

Cedric, who had cut off the conversation by telling me to die, moved.

One step.

I just took a step without a sound, but two heads came to mind.

The trees and rocks under cover split diagonally, shouting ‘Kooung!’ And it goes into a circle. In front of Cedric’s Aurorblade, all cover armor loses meaning.

The sword light flowing over the blade cut the space along its path.

Take a look.

From the crown of the head to the groin.

The man, who had been cut into exactly two pieces, collapsed on both sides, spilling blood.

It cannot be avoided or prevented.

To agents who were only expert level at best, Cedric was no different from the Reaper. One slash at a single step cuts off at least two or three bodies.

The two platoons of the special forces ‘Bat’, which Hispania had trained as its trump card, were annihilated in just one minute.

Wow!

Cedric, unimpressed by the result, swung the Zweichender once, shaking off blood and flesh.

And then I felt the power flowing into the sword.

“hmm.”

It didn’t feel bad.

They are bugs that don’t feel anything when you cut them down, but being able to build up strength with them is efficient in itself.

The magic sword found in Jugend devoured life for the first time in a while and trembled happily.

‘It really seems like you have a pet.’

Cedric laughed and put the magic sword back.

And then turned around.

He said while looking into empty space.

“Come out.”

The forest was quiet.

In the forest with no one around, only Cedric’s voice.

“If it doesn’t come out, I’ll cut it.”

As a hint of murder comes out of the grave voice, the wind flowing through the trees suddenly stops.

A state where even natural phenomena are subdued.

As if they had realized that the murderous intention was sincere, two people walked out of the empty space where no one had been until a moment ago. An old knight who looked old on the outside but had not lost his spirit at all, and a handsome young man with blond hair.

He was an old man who seemed to everyone to be a master and servant.

“Excuse me, Cedric.”

Ryan said as he took a step forward.

“My name is Lian, and I am leading the revolutionary army around here.”