Continental Summit (4)
A conference hall where lively discussions continue with various agendas going back and forth.
Once the atmosphere was refreshed, the meeting after Deok-Inji proceeded smoothly.
The first thing decided upon was the creation of the Continental Allied Forces.
Separate from the armed forces of each country, an organization similar to the United Nations was set up to respond immediately in case of an emergency.
Since it is an organization with a long history that has already proven its usefulness since the previous Immortal King Incident, there was no disagreement.
Also, naturally, the commander of the allied forces was entrusted with the Paladin of the main church, who was free from the political interests of various forces.
“The most serious situation right now is the Principality of Rohan! It is a battlefield on three sides, except for the south side bordering the empire. Without help, you never know when the country will collapse!”
After the establishment of the Allied Forces was decided, it was a passionate argument that came out when discussing the operation and support plan.
Of course, that party was the grand duke of the Principality of Rohan, Dennis Rohan.
“Hmm—certainly, since the madness of the monsters is tantamount to an attack by the Immortal King, countermeasures must also be carried out at the allied level.”
And Prince Simon of the Azerion Empire also agreed with his claim.
The Empire was also reluctant to send troops directly as the situation was urgent, but if you could help them, who were no different from vassals with the allied forces that had to be created anyway, nothing would have been as good.
For a moment, the delegation from the Republic of Zefia showed signs of discomfort, but perhaps because of the external image, they did not protest greatly.
Eventually, after many discussions, support for the Principality of Rohan was finally decided.
Archduke Dennis let out a small sigh and took out a handkerchief to wipe the sweat from his forehead.
‘done. Now this will give you a bit more breathing room. It will take some time for the allied forces to be formed and dispatched, but we will be able to endure that much.’
Having achieved his intended purpose, he was able to participate in the subsequent discussion with a slightly relaxed mind.
And after going through several agendas, what was finally discussed was…
It was the formation of the ‘special mobile strike force against the immortal king’, also known as the warrior party.
Their only purpose is to directly deal with the Immortal King.
Of course, it was the current saint, ‘Heinrich Saint Landguard’, who led them.
It could be seen as a unit with a long history and tradition in its own way, because their beginning was the death squad that defeated the immortal kings of the previous generation.
The heroes who risked their lives to pass through the road opened by the Continental Alliance, finally defeated the Immortal King and brought peace to the continent twice.
As much responsibility and glory go hand in hand, I had no choice but to pay special attention to the selection of the number of people.
It was literally a place to select the best talent on the continent, but the expressions of those representing each faction were subtle…
“Hmm, a death squad…”
“… Kuhm.”
Their reaction was due to the survival rate of the previous generation’s death squads.
Needless to say, there really was not a single person who died intact right after subjugating the Immortal King.
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Most of them were killed during the battle, and those who survived until the end suffered severe side effects such as permanent disabilities and curses, and did not live long and ended up short-lived.
The same goes for those who were saints and warriors.
The only difference is that they also endured for a few more years, didn’t they leave in the arms of the main god not long after all?
They were so much protected by all kinds of divine protection, not to mention the others.
Even so, the whole world is in chaos.
However, there was no way that there were people who wanted to consume the best talents who would represent a force and protect them reliably.
However, in a situation where everyone was paying attention, there was someone who raised his hand and opened his mouth proudly without paying attention to others…
“In that case, there is a person in our empire that we would like to recommend.”
Simon, the crown prince of the Azerion Empire, continued with a meaningful smile.
“I am Viscount Isea Pristine, and despite her young age, she is a genius wizard who has already reached the rank of archmage. It should be said that it is a treasure that our empire is proud of.”
“Oh— Viscount Pristine definitely deserves it. The ‘Pluralistic Analysis of Ice Magic Using the Crystal Structure of Ice’, which she announced last year, is a new perspective on ice magic…”
Responding to his words, one of the executives sitting at the table on the side of the Mage Tower Federation started talking excitedly.
That excitement quickly faded when the leader sitting right next to him glared at him.
‘It’s Isea Pristine… I think you’ve heard of it. If it’s recognized by other factions, it must mean that he’s a truly outstanding talent.’
Since the position of a saint is a position, it was part of the job to familiarize yourself with information about the strong people in each country.
She was an upstart aristocrat of the empire whose name had not been known for a while, and was a person with excellent abilities to the extent that she was given a title solely on her own ability.
Did you say that as a wizard, you would be counted among the top 10 on the Ion continent?
The exact age was not revealed, but once it was known, he would not have reached his 30s, so the potential for development was also infinite.
As the crown prince said, it would not be an exaggeration to call it the treasure of the empire.
‘But you’re willing to recommend such a talent from your own country to a position known as buying, right?’
Looking at the Empire’s attendants who seemed flustered, it didn’t seem like it was something that had been agreed upon beforehand.
Then the reason is obvious.
‘It seems to be still. After all, politicians never miss an opportunity.’
However, once the water was opened, those who had only noticed each other slowly began to open their mouths.
“We can’t be left out of such an honored position. Coincidentally, there is a rapid growth trend in the country…”
“Come to think of it, I heard that the Marquis of Serrington of Lesk Kingdom is so incompetent…”
“Ugh! What are you talking about? He is now of his age…”
From political enemies in one’s own country to talents in other countries.
Since the conditions of the immortal king strike force were so high, there weren’t many suitable people, but as several people were passionately mentioned, the meeting room heated up.
And Heinrich’s speed of looking at them grew hotter.
Slowly, the belly starts to twist.
After all, isn’t their strategy premised on the annihilation of the party they lead?
This body, Heinrich St. Landgard’s party!
‘… I’ll make sure to make them all into heroes before sending them back.’
As he watched the skit with such a firm resolve, of course it wasn’t just those who were politically active.
“If I can be of any help, let me step forward myself…!”
“It’s not possible! If the apostle is away, our church will…”
From the leader of a minority religious order who was stopped by an attendant next to him while trying to step out with enthusiasm.
“Um, I guess my skills are still not enough to join the death squad, right?”
“Even if it’s at least, you’ll have to be a master class…”
“If I can even enter as a seed…”
Even some delegation participants who are full of baseless confidence that they will be different from others.
Among them was Shapiron, whose eyes twinkled while receiving Harris’ pathetic gaze.
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Mumble-
“yes? Harris, what are you eating?”
“Oh, is this? It’s called popcorn… would you like to try it?
“It looks odd. It must be a specialty of the Aeon Continent, right?”
Fortunately, the interest wasn’t that great, although my eyes soon focused on the food he was holding.
With her sitting side by side, Harris looked at the conference hall while chewing on the popcorn brought in from Earth by “Avatar Cloud.”
‘Still, it seems to be calming down. Well, even if I made a recommendation here, it wouldn’t be decided right away.’
However, carefreeness was only an appearance, and he was examining the situation with a more serious heart than ever.
“Harris, Harris. Any more of this? It’s soft and salty, so delicious!”
He gave a refill of hot popcorn to Shapiron, who ate the whole bag after munching hard, and he turned his gaze toward the calmer central representative seat.
However, despite the fact that a considerable amount of time has passed and the atmosphere has become a wave, not many agendas have been decided with certainty.
‘Well, the international situation will change depending on the outcome here, but not everything can be decided in one day. Even in the middle of the summit meeting, there are many people who are trying to take care of their own interests.’
Judging by the lack of cooperation even in the midst of this, it seemed that they still lacked a sense of crisis.
“Then, let’s end today’s meeting here. The second meeting is scheduled to be held at the same time tomorrow, so please attend without any mistakes.”
buzz buzz—
Finally, right after Archbishop Cordelia announced the closure, the representatives of each faction gathered in twos and threes and began to talk among themselves.
To share each other’s opinions on the agenda that came out this time.
However, the heterogeneous tribes of the Enamel Continent, who had been watching quietly from beginning to end, were trying to leave without much interaction this time.
‘I can’t do that. Isn’t it time to get to know each other?’
Yes, so…
It was just light recreation.
uhhh—
Paji Jiji—!
That moment.
“Well?”
“Suddenly what?”
A divine barrier emitting a brilliant glow began to glow intensely inside the conference hall.
And with the sound of something tearing sparks.
[Oops, I must have been a little late.]
A low voice resounding from hell shook the space.
It was just a word, but everyone’s bodies stiffened at the presence that seemed to freeze even the soul contained in it.
“…!”
“This… this…?”
Those who are confused by the sudden change.
And when the evil energy that flowed out with that terrible voice tried to burrow into their images…
“How dare you say this place!”
As if he had waited, the divine aura of Saint Heinrich, who reacted quickly, warmly embraced everyone in the conference room.
[“Prepare for battle! All Paladins and Holy Knights, assemble immediately!”]
His resounding cry immediately spread out in all directions like a wave, bearing deep divine power—.
Chachang-!
Cheolguk! Cheolguk!
Church forces guarding the surroundings rushed into the meeting room in an instant with all their stance.
It was literally an instant when an abnormality occurred and a response was made.
According to the guidelines Heinrich had laid down in advance, they pushed the envoys from behind and led them to a safe area built using holy relics just in case.
Unfortunately, it was a good place to see the surrounding situation at a glance, but it was not strange as it was an important matter to grasp the situation.
[Umm… I see, you must have prepared quite a lot this time. Such a divine barrier. Kuhuh- It seems that I was afraid of this body for quite some time. Hero, Heinrich!]
Paji Jiji—!
In the midst of the white sparks that stretched out, a being wrapped in a dark aura slowly revealed itself.
A black robe that shimmers as if the abyss itself was held together, and a grotesquely smiling mask that glimmers beneath the hood.
Its overwhelming presence that spreads in all directions was something that no one living on this continent could possibly know.
Even if it is someone who has never seen him in person, anyone standing in front of him will realize it.
who he is
His name is just…
“Hannibal Strauss! You show up here knowing that. We must have looked ridiculous!”
Immortal King Hans broke into the conference hall where the Continental Summit was held… no, Hannibal Strauss.
And Heinrich Saint Landguard, a noble warrior who pulls out the holy sword from the palm of his hand and stands up against it.
At last the two nemesis faced each other again.
This is where the Continental Summit was held.
In front of those who lead this continent.
