HPDBC Chapter 111: The Demon Descended Upon the Kingdom (3)
Chapter 111: The Demon Descended Upon the Kingdom (3)
Chapter 111: The Demon Descended Upon the Kingdom (3)
The dungeon monsters keep offering sacrifices – 111
EP.111 The Demon Descended Upon the Kingdom (3)
The Great Master commanded the General Manager Celia.
Everyone in the dungeon focused on Celia’s words.
“Our first goal is to fulfill the Master’s will, which is to save the Sael Kingdom.”
At her words, the guardian of the 1st floor, Necros, tilted his head.
“Tick?”
It was a question asking why they were going to save the human kingdom. In response to Necros’s question, Celia explained slowly.
“Currently, the White Order is committing atrocious acts within the kingdom.”
She described the current situation of the Sael Kingdom. And she explained that the White Order also harbored ambitions to swallow up the Kingdom.
“...The White Order has been continuously encroaching into the territory of our Great Master that we serve. What do you think will happen if the White Order swallows up the kingdom?”
Only then did Necros nod.
Certainly, the White Order had been continuously encroaching into the dungeon.
The current location of the dungeon was in the Silent Mountains. The Sael Kingdom was a neighboring country to the Silent Mountains.
What would happen if the Sael Kingdom fell into the hands of the White Order? The rest of the story was obvious even without hearing it.
“Daring to disturb the peace of our Master. They are people who deserve to die ten thousand times.”
This time, they planned to formally hold the White Order accountable for their sins.
“In addition, we plan to offer the kingdom to our Master.”
Celia had been in constant communication with the princess of the Sael Kingdom. Although it was difficult at the moment, there was a plan to help Princess Elena and take control of the Sael Kingdom. However, one variable arose. In a good way.
‘I can’t believe the Master is providing us with so much help....’
Celia’s gaze turned to Maru.
Maru was not the only one who had crossed over from another dimension. Even the gargoyle who claimed to protect the Master’s residence had crossed over.
It was clearly a gargoyle brought from the Association’s auction house. The insignificant gargoyle was now on par with the dungeon’s mid-bosses.
‘The magical power is incredibly pure. Indeed, our Master is truly remarkable.’
Celia nodded as if it were obvious. Just with Maru and the gargoyle sent by the Master, they would be a tremendous help in their full power. And on top of that, the Master had sent deputy manager Vetter, who assisted Azmo.
Thanks to this, they were able to devise a more perfect scenario than originally planned. Celia smiled and spoke.
“The overall framework has already been set by the Master. Act according to His will, but the detailed execution is up to me as the General Manager. According to the Master’s will, Sir Maru will be the Supreme Commander of this operation.”
Celia introduced Maru to everyone. Since Maru was the core of this operation.
‘Indeed, he is a formidable person.’
Celia only thought of devouring the Sael Kingdom. She also intended to place Princess Elena on the throne as queen. Of course, there would be tremendous backlash. However, she judged that by slowly expanding her influence, she would eventually be able to fully devour the kingdom. But it seemed the Master wanted it to end quickly.
Just as Maru had captured Vice Commander Riana of the Holy Knights, this time, the target had shifted to the Sael Kingdom.
‘It means captivating the hearts of all the people of the Sael Kingdom, like the miracle back then.’
If that happened, the Sael Kingdom would surely be transformed into a nation praising the Master.
‘A kingdom where everyone praises the Master.’
It would be a nation that moved not just to rule, but truly for the Master. Celia admired the Master’s hidden intentions. It was truly an expression of greatness that was insufficient.
“Sir Maru will accompany Princess Elena.”
At Celia’s words, the skeleton knights brought armor. It was adventurer-grade or ordinary armor. Maru was scheduled to perform miracles. If he wore royal or knightly armor from the beginning, the surprise of the miracle would be lost. That was Celia’s calculation.
“Oh, it would be good to change Sir Maru’s sword as well.”
Celia also pointed out the sword Maru was holding. No matter how much divine power Maru had, he should not carry a demon sword. The continuous power emanating from the demon sword could alert the White Order.
“Instead, try holding this sword.”
Celia handed Maru the sword hanging from the Death Knight’s waist. The sword was made from the fang of a young wyvern. It was a weapon obtained through an auction in the demon world. Although Celia had originally transferred this sword to the Death Knight, the Master’s command now took precedence.
Maru put down the demon sword and grabbed the sword Celia handed him.
“It certainly suits you well. Even though it’s made from a young wyvern’s fang, it’s as strong as a regular sword, with no lack in cutting power.”
Furthermore, it didn’t matter that Maru wasn’t carrying the demon sword. Originally, the skill ‘Loyalty as a Holy Knight (S+)’ was already linked to Lee Kang-hyun, so it didn’t matter. As long as Maru existed, the effect of that skill would continue.
However, there was someone else eyeing Maru’s demon sword.
“Ma...sword....”
It was Werther, the former Vice Commander of the Holy Knights who had once invaded the dungeon. Werther had chased the vampire Aren, who possessed the demon sword, and ended up in this dungeon. The result was his death at the hands of the Death Knight, becoming the current Dullahan.
Even in death, Werther continued to utter the words ‘demon sword....’ The desire to possess the demon sword was strong even in death. However, Celia did not allow it.
“Sir Death Knight will keep this demon sword.”
With Death Knight, even if he possessed the demon sword, there would be no significant damage. Holding a pickaxe, Death Knight nodded.
“Then, it seems we have reached a certain conclusion. Next, I will discuss the formation. First, Sir Necros.”
First, she called Necros, the guardian of the floor. With skills like Corpse Explosion and the ability to turn corpses into skeletons, Necros, also known as the Arch Lich, was considered a one-man army. However, no variables were allowed in this operation.
“To Sir Necros, I will assign fifteen Skeleton Knights and Werther.”
The fifteen 3-star Skeleton Knights and the 4-star Dullahan Werther, were added, making them a formidable force in themselves.
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Central headquarters of the White Order.
In a building on the outskirts of the headquarters, the laughter of children continued unabated. Twenty children sat in one room. In front of them, an elderly priest smiled kindly.
“Hehe, your enthusiasm is truly admirable. Remember, all that we enjoy is a blessing bestowed by the goddess.”
“Yes, Priest!”
The elderly priest looked at each of the children’s faces one by one. These children were the future leaders of the White Order. His body may have aged, but the thought of nurturing the future generation rekindled his passion.
‘This too must be fate.’
He didn’t have much time left in this world. But he thought positively.
‘The day I meet the goddess is near.’
The day he meets the goddess will be the day his life ends. That’s why he taught the children diligently, hoping to say with confidence that he fulfilled his mission when he meets the goddess...
“We’ll end today’s lesson here. If you have any questions, please ask.”
Outside the window, the sun had already set. Ordinary children would have hoped for the lesson to end quickly, but these children were not ordinary.
The children raised their hands as if eager to ask questions. The sight made the elderly priest proud. These children would live their lives in service to the goddess. Some would become priests spreading the word of the goddess, while others would become knights protecting the White Order. Some may even have to fight against the forces of evil opposed to the White Order. Despite the trials life may bring, they had no doubt they would overcome any difficulty as long as they looked to the goddess.
The priest chose one of the children with raised hands. The child, smiling at being selected, asked the question.
“Priest! I want to know about the Empress of Darkness!”
The being the child referred to was a creature from the distant past that had once plunged the continent into terror. The Empress of Darkness, Syllestra, a 7-star Catastrophic Monster.
At the child’s question, everyone’s eyes lit up with excitement as they looked at the priest.
“Hehe....”
They were still children after all. The priest thought so.
Growing children were always curious about the wide world, especially about monsters. Among them, they loved stories related to the Empress of Darkness.
As a 7-star monster, the Empress of Darkness Syllestra almost engulfed the continent in the past. To oppose her, the White Order joined hands with all the nations of the continent. Eventually, they succeeded in sealing Syllestra, the Empress of Darkness. The children were ecstatic about the victory achieved by the White Order.
The priest organized his thoughts and began his tale.
“She appeared without any warning. It was on a dark night.”
The appearance of that monster was already hundreds of years ago. The elderly priest had only heard about it from books and stories. Still, he tried to make the story as vivid as possible.
“Suddenly, the stars in the sky began to fall, and the moonlight was swallowed by darkness.”
The children listened intently to the priest’s words, swallowing their saliva in anticipation.
“The sky turned dark. But soon, red dots appeared in the dark sky.”
There were many debates about the red dots. Some claimed they were just falling stars, but it didn’t matter. The goal now was to entertain the children, wasn’t it?
“When-”
As the priest spoke, the sunlight disappeared from outside the window.
“...”
It wasn’t evening. It suddenly became dark.
“Wow! Just like the priest said, it’s nighttime now!”
The children clapped and laughed as if amazed. But the priest’s expression was serious. He slowly walked to the window.
The darkened sky twinkled with stars.
But the sudden disappearance of the sun was not ordinary. And then...
“Huh?!”
The stars embroidered in the sky began to fall all at once.
“P-Priest...?”
Realizing the strange atmosphere, the children looked at the elderly priest. Some even began to cry. But the old priest stared into the sky, murmuring slowly.
“Oh... Goddess.”
The stars fell from the darkened sky.
“Please... watch over us.”
Red dots began to rise above the blackened sky.
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– The monster ‘Death Knight (★★★★★)’ has been continuously influenced by the dark magic of the demon sword. –
– Due to the influence of the demon sword, the grade of Death Knight has temporarily increased. –
– Death Knight (★★★★★) has temporarily evolved. –
– Legendary monster, Death Knight King (★★★★★★★) –