2025-01-24 15:29:28"What a small place," the hooded figure muttered as he entered the heart of the Brodice Kingdom’s capital. His voice, a slightly older male tone, carried a mix of amusement and disappointment. "And why is their security so bad?" he added, his sharp eyes scanning the bustling streets.
Soldiers packed every corner and alley, their inspections meticulous. Even the citizens were forced to pass through layers upon layers of security just to move about. Yet, despite the apparent vigilance, no one noticed him. Draped in a black cloak, the figure walked openly down the middle of the road, his presence going entirely undetected.
"Well... they have to be careful. That bounty is indeed tempting," he muttered to himself, a sly grin creeping across his hidden face. "Ah, I wish I were as young as I was back then. Maybe I could’ve finished off these weaklings myself for that reward." His voice carried a mocking tone. "The Crystal Pulse? What a bland name for such a daring organisation."
He chuckled softly, amused by the contrast between the group’s reputation and its unassuming name. Even the name of their leader, Jason Hope, seemed far too ordinary for someone who had plunged an entire kingdom into panic. Yet it was none of his business—at least not directly.
What did intrigue him, however, was the identity of this young man—a human-alien, a stranger to this world, who couldn’t be killed. If these "resurrecting players" died, they would return to life after eighteen hours. Normally, such individuals were insignificant, and easily neutralised by imprisonment or isolation. But Jason Hope had proven to be an exception.
To the hooded figure, the concept of immortality without freedom was a punishment far worse than death. Yet, Jason Hope’s terrifying skills and kingly demeanour had defied all expectations. He had risen to the top of the food chain in a small corner of the Southwestern continent, commanding such attention that even the powerful kingdoms of Yuriel couldn’t ignore him.
"Is this the so-called palace? What a shabby place," the figure muttered as he stopped before the steel gate guarding the fortress-like structure. Beyond the moat, the palace loomed—functional but uninspiring, a stark contrast to the grandeur he had envisioned.
"Sigh... let’s finish this quickly. I should head to Light Shone after this," he murmured, sounding almost bored.
With those words, the cloaked figure suddenly disappeared as if he had never been there. The air where he stood seemed to ripple faintly before settling, leaving no trace of his presence. Not a single soldier, citizen, or guard noticed his arrival—or his departure.
‘This looks like a joke,’ the hooded figure thought as he observed the commotion in the king’s court. What was supposed to be a seat of power looked more like a place for petty arguments with no resolution in sight. The king sat on his throne, but he lacked the aura of authority. It was almost painful to watch.
For over half an hour, no one had noticed the figure lurking quietly in the shadows of the court. His invisibility spell kept him hidden, even from the watchful eyes of the guards. ‘That man has some potential…’ His gaze fell on the court wizard standing closest to the throne. Unlike the others, the wizard had taken several glances in his direction, as though sensing his presence. But ultimately, even he failed to pinpoint the figure’s location.
‘I guess this is getting too boring,’ the hooded man thought, shaking his head slightly. His voice echoed through the court as he dropped the invisibility spell. "I guess I’ll make myself known."
The entire venue fell into a stunned silence. Gasps rippled through the room as the cloaked figure materialized from thin air. The guards reacted instantly, drawing their swords and raising their spears, their movements swift and precise. At least the elite soldiers of the Brodice Kingdom didn’t disappoint him.
"Are you... are you Jason Hope?" the man on the throne asked, his voice trembling slightly.
The question made the hooded figure twitch in irritation. ‘Are they that afraid of him? This Jason Hope is far more interesting than I thought,’ he mused, a sly grin hidden beneath his hood. He hadn’t anticipated that the fear of a young alien would run this deep in such a far corner of the world. The Brodice Kingdom wasn’t just wary of Jason Hope—they were terrified. They believed he had the ability to strike them down without warning, a predator hiding in the shadows.
The hooded figure’s sharp eyes caught the court wizard leaning toward the king, whispering something in his ear. It was almost insulting to think Jason Hope could be at his level. After all, Jason Hope was an infamous figure known for failing to become a wizard. ‘But there are rumours... rumours that it was all a facade to hide his true power,’ the figure thought, noting how the once-arrogant aristocrats had fallen into panicked silence at the mere mention of Jason’s name. A single name carried enough weight to paralyze an entire court.
‘I wonder if this is the correct decision...’ For the first time in his life, the hooded man hesitated. The message he carried now seemed to be walking a fine line between strategy and foolishness. It was clear that the people of the Brodice Kingdom didn’t view Jason Hope as prey. The bounty on his head wasn’t issued to hunt him—it was issued in fear of a monster.
The message he brought was simple but weighty: remove the bounty on Jason Hope’s head and seek negotiation. If the Brodice Kingdom wished to conquer Light Shone, those behind him would not interfere, but the bounty had to go. Moreover, any war waged against Jason Hope or his allies must be concluded within two years.
This wasn’t a suggestion. It was an order. An absolute decree.
"Who... who are you? What do you need?" the king stammered, his voice trembling with fear.
"You don’t need to know who I am. Consider me a shadow passing by. What you need to know is that I am a messenger," the hooded figure said coldly.
With a wave of his hand, a sealed scroll appeared, its insignia glowing faintly with magical energy. He stepped forward, his movements deliberate and unbothered by the raised weapons around him.
"You... give it to my guards," the king stuttered, clinging to his throne. The court wizards finally reacted, readying their spells as tension filled the air.
"A mere guard?" the hooded man’s voice carried a hint of irritation before his tone shifted, adopting a formal gravity befitting the message he carried. "King of the Brodice Kingdom, prepare to receive the Grand Order."
The room froze at his words.
"G... Grand... Grand Order?" The king’s face went pale, his eyes widening in fear and awe.
"Yes. The Grand Wizards of Yuriel have spoken. This is the decree of their might. Receive it with grace, or you will answer to me," the hooded figure finally released his Magic Domain, an oppressive wave of pressure rippling across the room like an invisible storm. The air grew heavy, and an almost tangible force pressed down on everyone present.
"Ma... Magic Domain... It’s a Master Wizard," the court wizard stammered, his face pale as fear overtook him. His earlier composure shattered completely. Only a Master Wizard or someone of higher rank could wield such a terrifying ability, and the idea of a Grand Wizard descending to this remote corner of the world was unthinkable.
The king fell from his throne with a gasp, collapsing to the ground in terror. Trembling, he knelt with his hands held high, ready to receive the absolute decree. The aristocrats who had been frozen moments before scrambled to follow his example, dropping to their knees with wide eyes. Even the hesitant guards, their weapons still trembling in their hands, abandoned all pretence of resistance and knelt before the overwhelming power of the hooded figure.
‘At least these barbarians have some knowledge,’ the hooded figure thought, his hidden face tilting slightly in approval as he surveyed the room.
This was how it should be. This was how a Grand Order—an edict born of the six Grand Wizards of Yuriel—ought to be received. It wasn’t just a message; it was an embodiment of the will of the most powerful beings on the planet. Something majestic. Something absolute.
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