◈Episode 68 From the beginning (3)
Blue Moon The moment Watia saw the wind hand, he clenched his teeth and messed up his face.
It was the same with Wind Hand. The brown eyes were as swaying as a windy field of reeds.
“I’m glad I’m alive.”
“Me too, me too.”
The two people hugged each other tightly and patted each other on the back. It wasn’t a very long hug, but I was able to get a glimpse of the relationship between them in that short period of time.
“More than that, why are you here… Oh, I see! They said they were going to send someone to the mainland, but I guess they did it anyway? Actually, I was surprised that I had never heard of it even though it was that strong. “I guess he was the one you brought here!”
At the same time, Blue Moon easily recognized my identity—origin?— It seems that she also knew the mission that the Wind Hand had undertaken.
Her eyes became softer as she looked at me.
“There are people there too…”
Of course, that warm feeling was cut off the next moment. This is because the gaze that was taken from the people who were taken prisoner by Wind Hand and I was directed to the Inquisitor.
Especially for the Inquisitor, who is using his divine power to heal people.
“The cult bastard—!”
A loud roar of anger spread out. It was Baramson’s turn to suffer.
* * *
“I will watch closely, dog of the cult!”
Fortunately, a few minutes later. After Baramson’s desperate persuasion, Blue Moon succeeded in convincing him.
Of course, I just ‘convinced’ it. As if her emotions had not cooled down yet, she turned around as soon as the conversation ended.
Resentment twitched at the corners of her lips.
“Get ready! “Go back to base!”
Meanwhile, her subordinates, who were fiercely glaring at the Inquisitor, began gesturing to people. As expected, they step forward and take on our concerns.
Instead, I took a mule and a wagon in return… but decided to just give them away. Because it will be more useful to them than to us.
“It saved me an hour.”
Dev squatted next to me and spoke. I don’t know whether that means solving people’s safety issues or persuading Blue Moon.
“I’m sorry for me.”
“If you know, do well.”
“I didn’t say that to you.”
“what? “Are you saying you’re not sorry to me?”
“That’s it!”
Well, does the Inquisitor have something to apologize to me for? Blue Moon’s hostility was directed solely at the church and did not include me or Dev.
Of course, when I intervened and said something like in the case of Wind Hand, I received some harsh looks, but that was my fault.
“hey.”
Then, just as he was tired of trying to stop Blue Moon—in fact, he was not in a position to forgive the Inquisitor, so it would have been even more difficult to stop him—the Wind Hand approached. His complexion was somewhat pale, like a person exhausted.
“If it’s okay, can we just escort them back to where we saw them? You know how many demons there are in the forest. “Even now, there are many things attacking us.”
It seems like Blue Moon raised its voice so loudly that they heard it and were cornered. That’s why I forced myself to intervene while shouting that the concept was a damn thing.
“And… I need to tell you about the church that will follow later. “Because of Watia’s personality, you would think he was the only one.”
Right. But wait. You were so angry just because there was one person? If you run into the group behind you without hearing the real story, you’ll be in trouble.
“Well, I don’t really care. “It’s actually good because it will be easier to interrogate that guy.”
“I’m fine too.”
The two people quickly agreed and glanced at me. It is clear that he is worried that I will leave, saying that I don’t care about protecting people.
“More than anything, if you are an opposing force, you will be well aware of Montata’s situation. “I think it would be worth stopping by.”
It’s the same for Windson, who gets upset about that part. He continued speaking quickly.
I think he also slowly grasped the mechanism by which my concept worked. Rather than appealing to emotions, it suggests efficiency (a way to hunt the devil as an enemy).
「❖ Fang aimed at Jakrati
∎ Finding the base of Vipurit’s gang 11 / ?
∎ Removal of Vipurit’s gang’s base 11 / ?
∎ Optional: Help Blue Moon transport people
∎ Bonus: Kill Vipurit”
Even though it is optional, a quest has been added.
“Tsk.”
Of course, I had no choice but to accept it.
Even though I clicked my tongue at the thought of going back, I gave up my intention to leave alone. The person who realized that his persuasion had worked let out a sigh of relief.
“…Then let’s go.”
Just in time, the Blue Moon group is leaving this place to collect the people.
The four of us were stuck in the back.
* * *
“Not only was there an entrance to what looked like a cliff, but I didn’t even think there was a bay inside it… Is this actually bigger than I thought?”
“…Thank goodness. “I can’t believe so many people survived.”
The home base we arrived at after walking for several hours was larger than expected. There were dozens of ships lined up and hundreds of people coming and going.
Blue Moon’s expression was filled with pride.
“It’s a secret port only for pirates that city people don’t know about. “As the situation is, it is being used as a base for opposing forces and a shelter for civilians.”
It was definitely worth it.
The entrance is not wide, so it is very easy to defend, and preparations are well made. At this level, it would be safer than most castles.
ridge.
「Hidden Port」
「❖ Fang aimed at Jakrati
∎ Finding the base of Vipurit gang 11 / ?
∎ Removal of Vipurit’s gang’s base 11 / ?
∎ Choice: Help Blue Moon and escort people
∎ Bonus: Murder Vipurit”
The place name and quest were updated along with the sound of drums.
“I heard a lot of pirates crossed over. “Don’t those who passed over know about this place?”
“Oh, don’t worry. The only pirates I know are my brothers. And as far as I know, there has not been a traitor among our brothers.”
“Then I’m glad.”
But what you just said is a flag that a traitor will appear.
It would be nice if it ended as rain, but I have a bad feeling.
“First, talk to the guy in charge of this place…”
“Sister Watia! “You’re back!”
“Are you wearing a skirt? “Are you coming? I brought your brother too!”
“huh? Who else… no, who is this! Brother Surya, no!”
“With a skirt! “Were you here too?”
“Haha, sister, I followed you!”
Why are persimmons so dirty? The feeling of itching in my right arm doubled that feeling. It felt like something was going to happen at any moment.
“More than that, brother, why are you coming at such a bad time?”
“Do you know where pirates are like that?”
“Haha, that’s right.”
“What is this again?”
“What am I… Wait, Rahong? Heo Rahong was here too? There’s even a bastard boat over there. “I guess all the pirates who didn’t go over are here?”
“Are there only pirates? Some of the cities are also part of the city to protect people…”
“Blue Moon Wind Hand. ” Stop talking among yourselves and explain what’s behind it. “Why is there a woman wearing the cult’s emblem?”
“huh? It’s real, right? older brother! “What happened!”
“Go to sleep and calm down. “Listen to me for a moment”
Clink, clink, clink.
“…!”
I will correct it.
「❖ Fang aimed at Jakrati
∎ Finding the base of Vipurit’s gang 11 / ?
∎ Elimination of Vipurit’s gang’s base 11 / ?
∎ Selection: Prevent the devil’s attack
∎ Bonus: Murder Vipurit’
happened.
“The devil! “The devil is flying!”
“Ten ships approaching this way! These are not registered ships!”
The bell rang and the report continued. The screams and screams heard sporadically are probably evidence of the despair experienced before coming here.
“How come here!”
“Damn, did this place get caught in the end?”
“…Why, at this time!”
“As expected, the timing of your coming is bad.”
The captains present each said a word and then raised their heads again.
“Block your entrance! And you! Guide the people!”
“yes!”
“Get your weapons now and prepare for battle! “The devil is coming!”
“Bring your weapons!”
“You guys, hurry up and get your weapons!”
Captains are people who lead people even in the vast ocean and find their way to land. This time, they desperately searched for Saengro and gave orders.
It seemed like they had forgotten our existence for a moment. It was also a worthy incident.
“Head outlaw! Ah, to the blue moon! Welcome to Dock 4! The guard captain and other captains have already gathered!”
“I’m going right away!”
“Wind hand! “You too, come!”
The captains rushed somewhere immediately after giving priority orders. Perhaps all the captains here are gathering to discuss countermeasures.
“Demon knight.”
At that time, Windson, who was about to run, turned around and grabbed my arm.
I pulled my hand away before I could properly grasp it. It is a bonus that the wind hand smiles like a frown at the same reaction as always.
“request.”
“Not required.”
“Ugh, okay.”
What is your request? Even if there is no such thing, you have to beg for them to kill you.
I moved forward with those idle thoughts. It was different from the direction the wind hand ran. The dock was the purpose.
“I will join you too.”
Oh, do whatever you want. But if I fight with a priest, I won’t get hit with an arrow, right?
“I’m going to eavesdrop on the captains’ conversation.”
“You eavesdropped!”
“Don’t you need to know how to fight? “As you listen, you will find out where you might be weak, so fight first!”
“…I understand if that’s the case.”
The stubborn Inquisitor was finally convinced and sent Dev on his way. My steps are already heading straight towards the dock. No one stopped us. I don’t have the spirit to do that.
“Who are you? “It’s my first time seeing this face!”
“The Wind Hand sent me here.”
“Wind hands? Oh, you’re new there too? But why is the church emblem on his clothes…”
I pulled out my sword as I watched the Inquisitor confess the truth, confusing the pirates who were preparing.
“Get on the boat! “We have to block the bay so ships can’t come in!”
Luckily, a ship about to set sail to block the bay was at the dock where I landed.
“Is it okay to ride like this?”
“Then stay.”
“I’ll get in.”
I pretended to be a pirate and naturally blended in and boarded the ship. Of course, no work was done. I didn’t know how to do it and it didn’t fit the concept.
“What are you doing if you’re not helping?”
Of course, the Inquisitor tried to help. I just failed because I didn’t have the skills.
“Why the fuck did you get on it!”
“I got on board to fight…”
“Are you a mercenary?”
“First of all, I am an adventurer.”
“Fuck it, then get out of the way so I don’t get in your way!”
“Oh, I got it!”
Oh my, the sides of our dumplings are going to burst.
I thought about that as I watched three ships, including the one I was on, leaving the bay at the same time. It was a light meditation to relieve tension.
“Row!”
The ship departed.
“Prepare for a collision!”
And soon it was forced to stop. thud! The deck trembled loudly and crackled, and part of the gunwale broke apart.
“done!”
It was an accident that occurred when a ship collided, but the sailors were rather happy. Even if it was an accident, if it was intentional, you can’t help but be happy.
“The bay is blocked!”
“Hurry up and take a seat!”
The entrance to the bay where the secret port was located was wide enough to allow two ships to pass through. The moment the three ships go out, it is inevitable that they will collide with each other and become stuck.
In other words, the ship itself has become a barricade, blocking the bay.
It was a multiple gin, but there was nothing as effective as this.
In order for the ten approaching ships to pass through this place, there would be no choice but to destroy and sink this ship or swim across the remaining sea to reach the port.
Kyaaaaaaa!
At about that time, the flying demons began to appear. In addition to the gargoyles, there were also monsters that looked like demonic eagles that resembled dragons.
“Wyvern│A demon that flies through the sky with a pair of wings and catches prey with its legs. “There is a poisonous entity with a tail that resembles an arrowhead.”
“Harpy│A devil with the body of a bird of prey and the face of a human. “The ugly faces give off a terrible stench.”
There are so many of them. It was like seeing a flock of seagulls or pigeons gathering on the side of a road where many people go to eat shrimp crackers.
“Damn the rain. “There are too many.”
“Can you fucking survive?”
A swarm of demons filled the sky with ten ships. The sailors who witnessed this trembled even as they adjusted their weapons.
Morale, which was high when they succeeded in blocking the bay, is falling again due to the difference in troops.
“Come to your senses, you bastards! We have no choice! “Hold on no matter what!”
However, when the unknown captain—who was dressed too flashy to be an ordinary sailor—joined us by relying on the boat, our fighting spirit rose again.
“Haha, was everyone waiting for me?”
Even Chima, a young outlaw with long curly hair and bright brown eyes that looked like gold at first glance, joined the ranks.
“Let’s all have fun!”
“Oh!”
It was a blunt tone that did not fit the situation, but it actually had a good effect. Sometimes, when something is too heavy, you have to force yourself to take it lightly to feel at ease.
The pirates prepared for a decisive battle, equipped with arrows and swords. I glanced around at the port and saw that civilians had evacuated to one side and were forming a camp to protect it.
“Demon knight.”
Meanwhile, the Inquisitor struck the central deck with the shield he was carrying on his back. I could clearly feel some of the divine power within her body.
Even though I only sensed a small amount of something that had been squeezed out, it was very thick and burdensome. To the point where I wonder if it’s a little unpleasant.
“I won’t let anyone go after this.”
“Oh it’s coming!”
“Woe to you!”
“Shoot!”
But the discomfort was short-lived. That one word was so reassuring.
As long as the Inquisitor holds on, there won’t be too many people dying and the game will be over. maybe.
“So feel free to go wild!”
“damage!!”
The first wyvern to reach the ship pounced on me.
Kyaaaagh—!?
Suddenly!
The body of the creature was split in two, just as it was in the downward position. thud. While two pieces of meat are rolling around on the deck, I hold a silver-white sword in my hand.
“…!”
“Ah, the devil…”
Squeak. The metallic sound the scimitar made was now familiar.
“It looks like your tongue has finally found its use.”
“…!”
The Inquisitor’s face brightened with anger and at the same time, my body jumped into the air. Boom. The harpy’s neck was stepped on by a military boot, and he was stabbed between the eyes and fell down.
“Victory to my sword.” My body
flutters
and rises, fluttering its three-pronged hem like tail feathers or wings.
It announces the beginning of a dance taking place in the sky.
“Death to the devil…!”
The massacre in the sky has begun.