King Wolfhound returned to his quarters with a brooding look on his face. He’s moving sluggishly, having his sword right beside him which he doesn’t even bother hiding. Making the soldiers nearby think twice before even attempting to approach him.This temperament of the king is nothing new to the people who work in the castle. Though the kings hasn’t been in this state for a long time, it has become a bit more occurrent with this year. This being even more so after the declaration of war made by the demon lord.Hence, King Wolfhound returned to his quarters without any interruption. Nobody talked to him. That’s why he’s surprised to see that there’s someone in his throne room. Standing right by the window and looking thorough it. Not bothering to turn and recognize the presence of the king of that land and, the owner of the absolute authority placed upon that same room. A feat only possible because, this same disrespectful man is none other than Mordred Pendragon.“King Mordred. I’d
[Five Days Later – Kingdom of Ptolemy]Soldiers from all five kingdoms gathered within a large stadium made of living trees. The place is well built and highly secured as, the fighting grounds below cannot reach the audience with any untoward attacks that go to them by accident. Owing to the same tree vines and roots that make up that very stadium. A living thing that absorbs excess mana other than what is released on the fighting grounds below.This gives a sense of security to the soldiers who all cheered and shouted in excitement from what they’re about to witness. This is the reason why the kingdom of Ptolemy has been chosen in the first place. Though it’s also true that it’s chosen because of its neutrality to the whole ordeal, it’s also chosen, primarily, because of the state of the stadium itself. Keeping everyone safe, especially the monarchs who watched everything from an exclusive viewing deck.All five monarchs came to watch this whole thing. They didn’t bring their wives o
“LADIES AND GENTLEMEN, ARE YOU READY!”The crowd roared as the ground beneath them began to shake. Not just from the loudness of their voices but from the clapping, stomping of feet, clapping, and cheers made by hitting shields with swords placed inside scabbards. “Today we are here to witness a great show of sportsmanship among three kingdoms of our Continent!” The announcer added. “Without further ado! Let’s get this fight started!”The crowd continued roaring. As if the intensity earlier isn’t enough, it increased even more as flags from the three involved kingdoms began to be waved from the seats of the crowd. There is nothing here but entertainment, just as what King Wolfhound said. “Starting off from the North.” The announcer said. “From the kingdom of AVARREH!”The soldiers of the said kingdom began to stand out from the rest. Making their voices heard as they chanted a cry that’s only made in the north. Bringing the rest of the crowd to silence as the promised prince is intr
Outside the walls of Regulus, the cheers of the people can still be heard. The intensity of it can be felt on the ground as well. This makes it difficult for the guards stationed there to ignore what’s happening. They want to watch the whole thing as well. It’s not everyday that something like this happens after all.Yet they have no choice but to guard the kingdom. Leaving their duty for the sake of entertainment would not only stain the reputation of the kingdom’s soldiers, it would also, definitely, get them fired from their job. The guarantee of this happening is enough to keep them in check. Continuing with their duty as they saw a small wagon approach the walls.“Stop.” A guard said as he jumper from on top of the walls.This is one of the new guards – Noah. He’s just been placed in this duty a month ago and, already, he feels like his luck’s ran out because of the recent events. If the monsters attack the kingdom, he’s one of the first who’d probably get killed. Not to mention
Nathan easily got the good side of every guard on the walls as soon as he came back. This isn’t because of any merit to his own character but, rather, because of what he brought for them. The fruits that he got from the old man.“Hey man, these things are good. Can you get more of them?” One of the guards asked Nathan right after the first bite.Even Nathan himself is shocked by how good the taste is to be honest. He didn’t expect it to be this good. Every bite brings out a plump juice that’s rich in flavor. That’s the kind of experience they’re having which leaves them wanting more. There’s also the faint taste of something else but, this is barely recognizable. Nor should it be a cause for concern at all as they continued gnawing on the food. “I think so. The old man seems to be easy enough to fool.” Nathan said as he looked back down. Sure enough, the old man is still there, waiting for what Noah is going to say to him.“Yeah. Like hell we’ll allow him to enter inside the kingdom
Merlin got information about the events transpiring within the kingdom of Ptolemy easily. He didn’t even have to place too much of an effort into this. He and Sylvie went into a nearby village, the nearest they can find that hasn’t been evacuated yet.The declaration of war as well as the state of the former Genesis city made it so that everyone living in villages near it evacuated to the cities. As such, it is a far way from this point that the next village is located. This also means another thing. That, the things transpiring within the kingdoms reach the ears of these villagers easier. All thanks to two things. The soldiers sent to guard these places and, the merchants that come back from the kingdoms as well.Both of these are tattletales that cannot hold their stories. The juicier the story, the easier it is for them to slip their tongue. Though Merlin and Sylvie didn’t rely on this at all. They went there in the guise of being merchants. Bringing fruits that are harvested from
Merlin is sharp.As the Emperor of Requiem, he’s continued wearing this title because of the brains that go with his overwhelming powers. The combination of the two is the reason why he’s such a frightening figure because, he doesn’t only fight in actual battles. No. Merlin Warlock engages in the art of warfare even before entering into the battlefield. Using tricks and tactics that place his own victory a step closer. As many steps as possible before the real confrontations.That is what he did when he interfered in the affairs of the kingdom of Regulus. He didn’t go to the arena expecting to kill the five monarchs. He knows full well that, he’s not on a level where he can kill them that easily yet.These are the most powerful humans in the continent after all. With their levels maxed and, with achievements under their belt that nobody else in Adamus can rival. That’s why he didn’t go there for the kill. He only went there to show them that he is a threat. A real threat and a lethal
“My lord, how did things go?” Dirth asked. He’s the only one who met up with the demon lord. Everyone else is away and busy with something else. A task left to them by Merlin of course. That’s why he’s welcomed by the goblin shaman. With this creature are three kobolds who have with them a couple of items that would’ve been useful if Merlin returned to the dungeon sustaining heavy damage.Thankfully, none of these are required because Merlin returned in top shape. There’s no damage done to him, though the same cannot be said for his enemies. The destruction he caused will surely reap one of the effects that he intends to create and, if he’s lucky, he’ll surely be able to create all of them.“Perfectly.” Merlin said. A single word that summarized the event. “Everything went just as I planned.”“Does that mean we don’t have to worry about the humans for a while?” Dirth asked. “Yes.” Merlin said in reply.Among the monsters on his side, Dirth is the most perceptive – even toping Gerant