＜ 109. Second Weapon ＞
#109
“okay. You’re the one who sent me intelligence all this time…”
“Yes, yes. It’s called Balus.”
Balus shook his head. I couldn’t understand why this was happening. Baren, who was looking at him quietly, opened his mouth.
“I was surprised that he was much younger than I expected. The details of the intelligence were detailed and detailed, so I expected someone with more experience.”
“Ha ha ha ha ha···.”
Balus laughed awkwardly. On the afternoon of the last day of Baeksuje, he went to the office of Tower 13 and was sitting alone with Caribolo’s enemy, Varen Panashir.
‘He said he saved me…! How does this save you…!’
It was none other than Ronan who sent Balus to this place. There was nothing he could do because he threatened to go if he didn’t want it to be dog food because it was cut into small pieces. Ronan’s words that this is the only way for you to live kept running through my mind.
‘I’m sure I’ll die.’
A suffocating breath escaped between her parched lips. There has never been a moment when I have so much regretted digging my feet in poaching.
He knew what Baren had done against Caribolo in the past. It was Baren who destroyed the Tetra branch once managed by Aarondale.
The story of the messenger sent by the devil has been passed down through the mouths of older members of the organization to this day. It was the car that Balus was imagining what kind of dish he would turn into.
“First of all, it can’t be like this.”
Suddenly, Baren got up. His hands caught his eye that would pull out his own hair with only his index and thumb. Balus screamed and climbed onto the sofa.
“Huh! Oh, no!”
“Surprising, why are you doing this all of a sudden?”
“I, I, I didn’t mean to kill me, did I?”
“yes? Why would I do that? Would you like to sit down for a moment?”
Valus sat back down. Baren, who had been rattling something for a moment, placed a large silver tray on the table.
Tea utensils that could only be seen at a noble’s tea party were placed on a tray. Steam was rising from the teacup filled with black tea, and the freshly baked cookies had a delicious smell. Baren said.
“Eat it. It doesn’t taste good when it’s cold. It took some time to prepare as it was a sudden guest.”
“Go, thank you.”
crispy. Balus chewed a cookie. There was no reason to suspect that it might have been poisoned. Then his eyes widened.
“This···.”
Even if it was made by a professional baker, it tasted incredible. Baren smiled softly.
“I’m glad you got it in your mouth.”
“Really, really tasty. How can you eat this kind of food…”
“Eat slowly. First of all, I want to thank you. I heard that you have a big role to play in making the Lakota student come back healthy.”
“Hey, how do you do that?”
“Student Ronan told me.”
Baren continued. Last night Ronan told him all the information about Balus. His performance, his potential, and even the fact that he was an innocent person. Baren smiled as he remembered the conversation with Ronan.
‘It means that he is a very good person.’
Ronan left the place one last time saying that Valus was thinking about treatment. What it meant was a self-evident act. After swiping his mane once, Baren opened his mouth.
“Say it outright. How about being my assistant?”
“yes?”
“Anyway, I have had a lot of work lately, so I was in a situation where I needed a hand. If you stay in Phileon, you won’t be noticed by the organization. Isn’t it pretty good?”
tuk. A cookie fell from Balus’ hand.
****
Fortunately, the Baeksu Festival proceeded in peace. There were no unfortunate incidents such as the angry poachers taking revenge or the doppelganger escaping again. Ronan, Adeshan, and members of the special adventure club were able to enjoy the festival leisurely.
‘It’s okay to be a festival.’
As Ronan exhaled, white smoke came out. I was working so hard that my body was sore. On the night after Baeksuje, the half moon was smiling brightly in the cloudless night sky.
‘I think that head was hired by now.’
Ronan suddenly remembered Balus and smiled. Ronan wanted to give Barren a new opportunity by introducing him to him.
It was simply a wish for the greedy fellow to lead a normal life, apart from the value of use. Of course, he is also a man of great ability, so it would be quite helpful on his future journey.
‘Do well this time. Balus.’
Ronan, who had finished smoking, entered the club building again. The figure of Marya, who was still paying the bill, caught my eye. Ronan laughed as he saw the gold and silver coins lined up on the bar table. The number had doubled from before.
“So… you mean you only earned all this during the festival? Did you secretly sell alcohol?”
“What is alcohol? There are nine stores, so you have to earn this much.”
“Hey, that’s awesome…”
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Marya hummed and piled up the coins. Asher, who was drinking milk, was amazed with her eyes wide open.She earned more than ten times the amount invested in this business. Marya said she would reinvest all that money into the students, which would boost Caravelle’s top position.
“Anyway, that’s great.”
“Heh, did you know that? You have to do this to lead the top.”
“It is not. So, did you two do anything like kissing?”
“Phuet!”
Asher spewed out the milk she was drinking. At the same time, Marya threw the coin she was holding. Whoops! The gold coin that flew past Ronan’s ear was lodged in a wooden pole behind him. Seeing the half-digged coin, Ronan whistled.
“It’s brutal.”
“You’re going to die then! Thanks to you, do you know how awkward I have been with the cutie these past few days?!”
“No, Marya! calm down···!”
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Marya was zealous with the force to overturn the desk at any moment. Asher ripped her apart with her telekinesis. Ronan giggled without answering. Anyway, I’m glad we got along better.“Uh-huh, yes. I have to be patient.”
“Good idea.”
“You really aren’t. Did everyone get the bounty well?”
Ronan and Asher nodded. Since all the captured poachers were wanted criminals, Ronan and other members were able to get a decent amount of money.
In particular, the reward for catching Aarondale was more generous than expected. In addition to the bounty, many of the items he had were expensive. An enchanted ring, or shoes made of ogre leather. Marya said while turning to Ronan.
“Ronan, did you say you don’t only sell those masks?”
“ok. It was useful in its own way.”
Ronan put on the bear mask that was hanging from his waist, covering his face. It was an object Aarondale used, and it had a near-perfect gas and dust-proof function. It was a skill that would be of constant help if he had it.
Also, according to Valus’ explanation, it was only given to the top executives of Caribolo, and I liked that point as well. The corners of Ronan’s lips, who took off the mask again, rose slightly.
“I have a bit of a collecting urge.”
I decided to do this with a doppelganger. He had no intention of breathing air like a caribolo. Ronan, who suddenly remembered the weekend schedule, said as he looked back at Asher.
“Yes, Asher. Are you reading the black book well?”
“to? First of all… yes. It was only two pages that I interpreted perfectly.”
“You are doing well. Give me a second.”
Suddenly, Ronan drew his sword. Asher, who was about to hand the Vajura, stood tall.
“Lo, Ronan. Why is the knife all of a sudden?”
“There is such a thing, man. It really only takes a moment, so give it to me.”
Ronan took Vajura as if it were stolen. Asher’s eyes widened at the tragic event that happened.
“Hey, why cut it?”
“I have a lot of questions about that. It’s not a hindrance to reading anyway.”
“Yeah, yes, but…”
Asher was making a face that she didn’t understand the English language even as she was joking around. Anyway, the long Baeksuje ended like that. There were only ten days left until summer vacation.
****
Saturday morning was bright. The fresh chirping of birds could be heard from all over the campus.
Ronan took Adeshan and headed straight for the new Gran Cappadocia. The entrance to the subterranean city was located in the northwestern part of the archipelago.
Ronan entered the corner of the store and manipulated the buttons on the wall. Kugugu… The building vibrated, and the place the two of them were stepping on began to sink.
“Hey!”
“Go down like this. Don’t be surprised because it’s okay.”
“Bar, is the floor moving?”
As before, they went underground via the elevator. There was no one to stop me because I had made a reservation in advance.
Knock…!
Knock…!
The descent in the dark continued. It wasn’t long before the sound of the hammer started to open up. A landscape that can only be described as awe-inspiring unfolded before my eyes.
“Waa…!”
“Huh, a lot has changed.”
Adeshan forgot to cover her mouth and let out an admiration. Ronan laughed at the size that was five or six times larger than before. The new Gran Cappadocia was built in the Great East, where Ronan had previously captured Cyrilla and Eduon.
A contrasting ecosystem from before, which was made of pure stones, stood out. Strange vegetation that grows only deep in the ground was taking root everywhere.
The walls and ceilings covered with luminous moss reminded the night sky of the Milky Way. Lava, which I do not know where it was drawn from, was forming a lake in the middle of the Daedonggong.
Not far from the lava lake was a natural lake made of groundwater. The blacksmiths of artisans lined up between the two lakes to form a village.
Chunky Dwarves were busily moving between the buildings. Again, the number of heads seemed to have increased compared to before the accident.
Then the elevator stopped. Kik-ik – As soon as the door opened, a huge shadow rushed over Ronan.
“Uh-huh! Ronan!”
“Didican.”
It was Didican, a werewolf blacksmith. Its gray-brown tail was waving violently from side to side. He lifted Ronan about five times and put it down before shaking hands as if his personality had loosened.
“How much is this? how have you been?”
“ok. Why do you seem to have gotten more fussy?”
Didi Khan came out to meet him and greeted him with a fuss. The Werewolf Blacksmith I saw for a while still kept the joy I had seen before.
“hahaha, well, it’s time to molt sooner or later. how is it? Our new home.”
“It’s much better than last time.”
Ronan looked around again and nodded. All aspects, including facilities and living environment, were exceptionally advanced. Didi Khan chuckled.
“Because the location itself is much better. After all, the Grancia family paid for all the rebuilding costs. There are some inspirational people who say that it was better to break down back then.”
“You made a mistake. I should have left them all devoured by the cave giants.”
“hahaha, maybe. By the way, what about the lady over there?”
Adeshan was still unable to recover from the shock of seeing the city below. Adeshan, who had been looking around in confusion, turned his head only after being stabbed in the shoulder by Ronan. She bowed her head and bowed politely.
“hot···! Oh, hello. My name is Adeshan.”
“It’s Didican. If it’s Ronan’s friend, he’s like my friend, so take it easy. Did you also come to entrust the crafting of weapons?”
“yes? Me, I just followed Ronan because he had something to show me. I don’t have the money to entrust a quest like this…”
“Uh? The payment has already been paid, but it can’t be. In the letter, the weapons of the two men are evidently…”
“Didican. I don’t have time, so let me guide you.”
Ronan cut Didi Khan’s waist. Adeshan looked at the two in turn with bewildered eyes. Didi Khan grasped the situation and stabbed Ronan’s side with his elbow.
“Hey, that’s it. It’s pretty good.”
“Are you still wearing invisible armor? Let’s see if we can stop it.”
“Ike, look at that. Then we’ll see you right away.”
Ronan and Adeshan were guided by Didi Khan and went deep into the forge. On the left, a lake of lava was bubbling and boiling, and on the right, a lake made of transparent groundwater was flowing.
All the blacksmiths were nestled between the two lakes. Didican said.
“Perhaps no one will turn down your request. You are the hero of Gran Cappadocia after all. But, is there a certain blacksmith who will entrust the quest?”
“Well, yes. You wrote it in the letter.”
“Actually, there is no one more than the inspiration of Doron. It’s all here now.”
Before long, Didi Khan stopped in front of a building. The building was carved out of pure white stone and took the shape of a perfect cube. A long, thick chimney continued to the ceiling of the cave. Everything was the same, except for the volume that had doubled compared to the previous one.
“It took less than a month to make it again. It’s kind of a monstrous inspiration anyway.”
Didi Khan opened the door to the forge with those words. Suddenly, Ronan pulled Adeshan by the shoulder. And I stood with her back to the door.
“Ro, Ronan?!”
Adeshan, startled by the sudden action, was about to say something. Aww! The light and heat pouring out through the door swept over the two of them.
“Damn?!”
The back of the head was hot as if it were ripe. The shadows at the feet stretched long. Ronan turned his back on her again only after the light had dimmed.
“Not twice.”
It was a preparation that came from experience. Ronan moved into the forge with those words.
Unlike last time, the clean interior caught my eye. It was thanks to selling all the scraps of weapons to the top of Marya. In the center of the smithy, there was a huge brazier that could fit a white anvil and an elephant.
A dwarf with a white beard that looked like a rice ball, with a rich curly hair, was standing right in front of the furnace. The dwarf, feeling his popularity, turned his head. Ronan waved his hand warmly.
“Doron. It’s been a while.”
“Oh oh. Ronan. It’s been a long time. How have you been?”
“In general, yes. Who are you?”
“I am always the same.”
Doron, the blacksmith of the undisputed, looked as healthy as before. The two exchanged simple greetings and chatted. Doron smiled while stroking his beard and opened his mouth.
“Yeah, I saw the letter. You’re here to make a second weapon?”
“yes. But there is one thing I want to discuss before making it.”
“consulting···?”
“Can I mix this with the ingredients?”
Ronan, who was rummaging through his pockets, pulled out something. They were black shards of paper in the shape of small triangles.
“Isn’t this… paper?”
“Right. But it’s no ordinary paper. I was wondering if I could use it.”
“It’s not normal… it certainly seems like that. see you soon?
The identity of the paper was the corner of Vajura cut out last night. Doron took the pieces of paper and began to examine them. Just like when examining Sita’s eggshell, a thorough inspection process was carried out.
“···Oh my gosh.”
Throughout the inspection, Doron’s expression gradually grew serious. He returned to his seat after a while. Doron, with his brow furrowed, looked up at Ronan and said.
“Where else did you get this…?”
