HPDBC Chapter 291: Power and Reverence for Power (2)
Chapter 291: Power and Reverence for Power (2)
Chapter 291: Power and Reverence for Power (2)
C291 - Power and Reverence for Power (2)
"The god of clams has the key to Temar's second tomb? This is ridiculous. Temar's own guardian dragons, Misha and I, knew nothing about it. Sure, I can understand you having one, Mustache, but what was Solderet thinking, entrusting such a precious item to such a useless god?"
Murakan seemed quite annoyed by the news.
"I couldn't tell you that. I'm just telling you what Solderet told me."
"Do you know where he is?"
"No idea."
"Well, now we'll have to start looking for him." Murakan muttered to himself, irritated.
But Jin silently celebrated when he heard the name Olmango. This god was someone they didn't have to put much effort into finding.
"Murakan, the contractor of the god of clams is in Schutzeron. We discovered that while testing the compass mechanism."
"That's strange. But it seems to serve the purpose of showing the divine contractors. A red dot appeared in the kingdom of Schutzeron three days ago, and they just published a small article that someone contracted with the god of clams there this morning."
"God of clams? What was his name? Olmango? Olongo? Anyway, does he also mark those useless deities with a red dot? Even that powerless guy isn't worthy of being called a god."
That had been the conversation Jin had with his Tikan companions right after seizing the compass.
It was very likely that the contractor of the god of clams was still in the kingdom of Schutzeron.
"Oh! Yes, I remember."
"Murakan?"
"Yes?"
"I'll head to the clan's house. Go to Tikan and have Sir Kashmir send people to Schutzeron to secure the precise location of Olmango's contractor."
"Right now?"
"Take your time. You can spend some time with Picon before you leave. I just need to have that information by the time I finish the black knight assassination task."
"Understood. Hey, Mustache. I have something to ask you. I heard that you used a power to control metals. You formed swords or something, right? Is it a divine power from the god of blacksmiths?"
"Of course, how could I use such powers without being a god? What an obvious question."
"It's just that there's something that bothers me. You know about the Kinzelo, right? That strange bastard who supposedly leads them also wields a divine power to control metals."
Murakan then went on to describe the conversation he had with the Kinzelo leader, his appearance, and the power he wielded.
Picon shrugged. "It's strange. Divine powers are exclusive to the god of blacksmiths. Hmm. Is it my predecessor, Growler? No, Growler is dead, and his powers were undoubtedly transferred to me. If you encounter him again, bring me some of the metals he uses."
"Can you find out anything about him?"
"I'll take a look. If it's about metals, this Picon Minche can find out things about it. Who knows? We might find some clues."
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It was nighttime when Jin returned to the Garden of Swords. It was March 4, 1799, and there were still four days left until the mission began.
Barton Vichena was not at the Garden of Swords. He was supposed to wait at his private residence and meet the rest in the mission area, Bentica.
"I wanted to have a conversation with him before the mission started, if possible," Jin told Gilly.
"I suppose you mean the target for elimination, Barton Vichena, young master."
"Yes. Gilly, you don't know him either, right?"
"No, young master. I haven't even heard rumors of his martial arts feats. Barton Vichena is likely a false name. He must have used a different name in his prime."
"You're right, Gilly."
Jin was in his room, reading the file that Rosa had given him about Barton Vichena.
"His real name is Reigaf Klever. Apparently, he is the older brother of the strongest martial artist in the Klever clan, Lanz Klever."
"I fought against one of the top ten knights in the Runcandel clan's strength and came back alive, remember? Don't worry about me. Just have a good time with Murakan while I'm away."
"Isn't Murakan joining the mission?"
"No, it won't serve to bring my dragon guardian to my first mission. If I did, the clan elders would endlessly criticize me. In fact, even the cadets might think I'm a coward."
"Ugh. That might be true since they don't know what you're really like, young master. Although I've expressed my concern, I know you'll prove yourself right as always, young master."
Jin smiled. "Ah, and one more thing. You should take a leave of absence when this mission is over, Gilly."
"What? A leave of absence? Why all of a sudden? You've been facing battles since you came back, young master. Why are you telling me to take a leave of absence at this moment?"
"It's not because of that. Murakan seems desperately eager for a date, that's why." Jin didn't dare say it.
"Take a leave of absence. Soon, you'll have many things to worry about, so forget about things in advance. Besides, it's customary to send nannies on leave right after flagbearers are appointed as knights."
Gilly was about to refuse once again, but Jin shook his head first. "I think it's also important for you to have some private time for yourself, Gilly. You should go out and treat yourself once in a while or just spend some quiet time for yourself without thinking about things."
"Alright."
Gilly had sacrificed her youth for Jin. Not only that, she was also willing to give up the rest of her days.
She always said it was a choice she made for herself, and she truly believed it. But Jin always felt deeply indebted to her.
He just never showed it because she didn't want him to.
"I want you to know that I'm always grateful to you."
"I feel the same, young master."
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Jin secretly entered the Holy Kingdom because revealing his treatment would expose his weakness to the clan.
Lani and her loyal aides treated Jin with their best efforts for the next two days. There were at least two saints beside Jin for the next forty-eight hours. Jin had never received such luxurious treatment in his entire life.
Thanks to their efforts, Jin was almost in perfect condition when he returned to the Garden of Swords.
I won't be able to execute the Reign of the King of Legends, but this is more than enough.
Anyway, Rosa didn't know about the Reign of the King of Legends. Therefore, it was not a necessary element to complete this mission because Rosa believed Jin's prowess was somewhere at the middle to upper level of the eight stars.
Dyfus and ten guardian knights stood before the designated portals for flagbearer missions. Jin didn't recognize any of the guardian knights.
Half of them would be promoted to execution knights after this mission.
"You've arrived, twelfth flagbearer." Dyfus didn't turn to look at Jin. He was cleaning his giant sword, Bolgar, with a cloth.
"Hello, fourth flagbearer."
I'll kill you if you get in my way. I hope you don't disappoint me. I'll explain the mission now if you follow me. Dyfus didn't offer such warnings or advice.
In essence, he didn't leave the Runcandel class, just as Jin advised him a few days ago. On one hand, it was his acknowledgment of Jin, and it was also for Mary's sake.
That terrifying boy.
That was the updated definition of Jin that Dyfus had in his mind since that day.
That's why he had to think.
If given the chance during the mission, would it be better to kill Jin?
Or should he let him live, so he could constantly pressure Rosa and Joshua? Dyfus couldn't make up his mind.
"Let's get going," Dyfus said, burning the cloth with his aura and letting its ashes scatter in the wind.
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