Chapter 671
Chapter 671
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Translator: uly
Chapter: 671
Chapter Title: Reincarnated as the Plum Blossom Sword Master in the Count's Family
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I turned my gaze to the lycanthrope lurking at the back of the pack. It was the Lycanthrope Lord, towering over the others at four meters tall, with sharp golden eyes gleaming fiercely.
'Taking down the boss mob is way more profitable than dealing with the small fry.'
The regular lycanthropes were already being handled by Zent and the knights, while the Lycanthrope Lord watched arrogantly from the rear. We could just circle around, skip the minions entirely, and go straight for it.
Our late arrival had turned into a stroke of luck.
"Yuria. Floy. I'll handle that one alone."
"Yes, Master."
Yuria nodded in agreement, but Floy furrowed her brow.
"Huh? Maid Chief, you sure it's okay to let him go that easy? It might not look it, but that's a Lycanthrope Lord. From the Demon Realm's floods, no less. Even I wouldn't take it lightly."
"It's fine. Master isn't weak. If things get dangerous, we'll back him up. Besides, in this situation, it's best if Master takes it down personally."
"Hmm... If the Maid Chief says so... Fine."
Floy seemed to trust Yuria more than me. As her lord—and a man—it stung a bit, but rationally, I got it. Yuria was basically Floy's mentor. And honestly, I trusted Yuria more than Floy, too.
"Floy. Don't attack the lycanthropes that Young Master Zent and the Lowrain Knights engaged first. It could lead to disputes later. But if they charge you first, handle them decisively."
"Got it, Maid Chief. You all heard that, right?"
"Yes."
The knightesses responded. Their legs moved swiftly, encircling the Lycanthrope Lord to cut off any escape—and to block Zent's interference.
"Eugene!! That one's head is mine!"
"Brother. Finder's keepers. Oh, and I won't touch anything you've already claimed, so don't even think about getting in my way."
I stepped forward toward the Lycanthrope Lord. Even surrounded, it didn't back down or attack—it just shifted its gaze from me to Floy. Hunting the strongest among us.
'This bastard.'
It was irritating, yet amusing. It recognized Floy's strength but had no clue the real threat was Yuria. Its level was obviously beneath hers.
I drew my weapon. Not the longsword, but the Fire Lotus Blade—the one most familiar in my hands. Its red blade shimmered under the moonlight.
Wooong.
Channeling mana, I unleashed a blue sword aura.
Only then did the Lycanthrope Lord fix its eyes squarely on me.
"Grrrrrr."
The Lord's killing intent gripped my body, squeezing my heart.
The usual monster intimidation tactic. Succumb to it, and you can't perform at full capacity. I shook it off by tensing my muscles. With Yuria and Floy at my back, there was no reason to fear it. And even alone, I wouldn't have felt a shred of terror.
"Graaaaaargh!"
The Lord howled and charged. It had acknowledged me as a worthy opponent.
I raised my blade to meet its razor-sharp claws. Surprisingly, its claws were coated in aura—eight of them, wielded with effortless precision.
'Two arms, but eight claws... This'll be tricky.'
Its attacks seemed chaotic yet structured—instinct honed by battle. Dodging and blocking was feasible, but countering? Not easy.
'If not for that aura on its claws...'
I'd have traded flesh for bone, aiming for its vitals. With Complete Recovery, I could afford it. But those aura-clad claws meant offering my heart could leave me with nothing.
"Graaaaaargh!"
The Lycanthrope Lord roared, its speed surging. Its arms swung down, but the claws swept from left to right. Arms and fingers moved independently, throwing me off completely.
"Tch."
Its aura flared briefly, slicing my forearm. Blood sprayed. No big deal—just a flesh wound. I could still swing.
"Milord!!"
Floy moved to intervene.
"Stay back!"
I blocked her. She halted, respecting my pride.
'Just a moment's lapse.'
I hesitated on using lightning. I wanted to keep it hidden from Zent—he'd dismiss it as a magic tool and downplay my skill.
Yuria's telepathic message rang out. I had no spare attention to glance her way while managing the Lord. Gripping the blade two-handed, I resolved to lean hard on Acceleration and Moment. But before that, Yuria continued.
-Not forward. To the side.
I moved as she directed. The Lord's claws grazed past my face. To onlookers, it might look close; in reality, it was a flawless dodge.
"Grrrrrr."
That fury from the Lycanthrope Lord said it all.
-The Lycanthrope Lord tenses its hind legs before charging. A habit.
She was spot on. Without her, I'd never have noticed that subtle tell.
'A habit? Isn't bracing your legs natural before moving?'
It was almost absurd, but her advice made things easier, no doubt.
-Moon Concealment.
Shadow Heaven Style: Moon Concealment.
Following her cue, I bent backward to evade the claws, then countered. My blade carved from its shoulder to chest. Blood erupted. Yet it didn't fall.
"Graaaaaargh!"
The Lord's upper body slumped to the ground. The bipedal werewolf became a massive wolf. Baring its fangs, it lunged.
Yuria fell silent after that. Fair enough—the lycanthrope's speed had increased, but it lost all finesse and technique. Just a dumb monster now.
'Down to a basic brute with speed and power.'
Hunting got simpler.
Shadow Heaven Style: Flowing Line.
The blue aura sliced the darkness. Red blood trailed in its wake.
"Gaaargh!"
It barreled wildly; I swung again. Each strike slowed it further.
The wounded Lord stumbled on its hind leg and collapsed. Battle over. I severed its neck. The surroundings erupted in chaos.
"Graaaargh!"
"Awooooo!"
"Whiiiine..."
The lycanthropes reacted sharply to their Lord's death. Their movements dulled, and the knights seized the opening, butchering them.
I hoisted the Lycanthrope Lord's head in both hands. From a body over four meters, the skull was enormous—big enough to chomp my head in one bite.
"Eugene...!"
I turned at the anguished voice. Zent's shocked eyes were satisfying. I could feel his inferiority complex too. Per the original story, he'd be imagining a fight with me in his head right now, raging at his uncertain victory—seething with envy.
"Brother. Want this head? It's yours if you do."
Ention's knights were watching. Handing over spoils wouldn't steal my credit.
"...No need...!"
Zent spat the words and charged another lycanthrope—like venting frustration.
"Credits are equal. You killed the Lord, Zent took the rest. We've got the full report. No objections."
The next morning, back at Uturen Castle, Ention addressed Zent and me. I could guess why—Zent's handling of the minions made my Lord kill possible, in their calculus.
I nodded. Arguing with Ention wouldn't change his mind.
And I'd gained more than that. Rumors of me soloing the Lycanthrope Lord were spreading fast through Uturen Castle. Zent's reputation dimmed while mine rose. Satisfaction enough.
"Father. I'll take my leave."
"Go on."
"Brother Zent. Until next time. Hopefully... with a niece or nephew by then."
Zent narrowed his eyes, probing my words, then dismissed it as nonsense and relaxed.
"See you next time."
He had no inkling that the "niece or nephew" I meant was his, not mine.
Days later, after a long and grueling journey, our massive convoy finally reached the strategic city of Pters, which served as the official ancestral home of the prestigious Pruckerus family, though the royal funeral procession only stopped there briefly to resupply their provisions without lingering for too long.
During this short respite, I managed to slip away from the crowd unnoticed to spend some highly anticipated alone time with Elaine, the gorgeous Countess Pruckerus who also happened to be my personal, absolute favorite milf.
“Mother, you have no idea how incredibly much I have missed you since the last time we were together!” I exclaimed, wrapping my arms tightly around her waist as soon as the doors were closed.
“Ahh... Eugene, please control yourself a bit because the manor is currently packed with many prominent guests right now, and anyone could walk in on us at any moment,” she whispered with a flush, though she didn't actually push me away.
I pulled Elaine into an embrace, hands roaming her back and ass. Her full, post-childbirth hips were addictively soft.
The nape beneath her upswept auburn hair carried a scent that set a man's chest ablaze.
"Mother. New perfume since I last saw you."
"Tried a change for a mood boost. Don't like it...?"
"Not at all. Anything suits you."
I stuck out my tongue and licked her neck.
"Ah, ahh..."
I stripped off Elaine's dress. No time for hesitation—we'd depart in two or three hours.
"We must attend the prince and princess... Ahh!"
"It's fine. I said you weren't feeling well. And you're looking forward to this too."
My hand slipped between her cheeks, fingering her pussy. It burned hot, slick with arousal.
"W-Well, can't be helped. You won't back down anyway... Time's short, so better be quick."
Elaine eagerly stripped me and kissed me. I lifted one leg, sliding my cock into her.
Squelch.
"Haaaaah!"
"Mother's insides are so warm, as always."
"...Good to see you're healthy too."
Elaine gazed at me, face flushed.
Before thrusting in earnest, I asked.
"Mother. Where's Kyle? Haven't seen him."
"A week ago... he headed to the borderlands. With the war intensifying, he'll stay there awhile. Ngh..."
Kyle was ramping up his moves.
"Lucky Kyle's gone. Means more alone time with you like this..."
"......"
Elaine didn't reply, but her reddened face mirrored my thoughts.
"Ah, ahhn!"
"Mother. Can I come back after?"
"No need to ask me. This is your home. Haaang."
"Mother...!"
We collapsed to the floor, ignoring the bed, table, and chairs—rutting crudely on the ground.
Back to the capital.
King Rapelli's cremation took place in the capital's grandest plaza.
All wore black.
Knights and soldiers stood in silent tribute; the commoners wailed.
I observed Aiden from behind. As I'd instructed, he bowed his head, tears streaming quietly. Fake tears, courtesy of Yuria's magic.
'Gotta show the masses a grieving figure.'
Only then could we erase Aiden's wastrel image.
My gaze slowly shifted sideways toward where the opposition stood, and there she was—Princess Aileen herself, with real, heavy tears flowing beautifully down her cheeks in what was undoubtedly a performance of one hundred percent pure, calculated acting.
‘Now that the old king is turned to ash, the temporary truce is effectively over, and the real, bloody game for the vacant throne finally begins,’ I thought to myself with a sinister grin as I watched the flames die down.
I watched the roaring flames. The magic-fueled blaze was so fierce, not a trace of the king's body remained.