Chapter 102
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Translator: 8uhl
Chapter: 102
Chapter Title: Are You Insane? (2)
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3.
Are you admitting your sword is a demon sword?
Eliya stared at Karron with a look of disbelief.
Who in their right mind would admit their own sword was a demon sword?
The Saint says its a demon sword, so what else could it be? Youre right, its a demon sword.
But here one was.
Karron gave Guillotine a light shake with his right hand.
This was my ancestors sword, which means he must have been consumed by a demon sword too, right? Thanks. Because of you, Ive discovered a truth our family has been hiding.
...There is no way that sword was used by the founder of the Leston ducal family. As I understand it, the current head, Grand Duke Halo
If you dont believe me, go ask my grandfather. Hes the one who told me.
Karron grinned. He continued to push the Saint into a corner.
The swords name is Guillotine. Its nickname is the Decapitator. I never knew it was a demon sword. If thats the case doesnt that make the Leston ducal family a clan that sold their souls to demons?
That is quite a leap in logic. That is not what I meant.
You just insulted the Leston ducal family.
Karrons tongue moved relentlessly.
The single phrase demon sword uttered by Eliya had now spiraled into an incident where the Holy Kingdom had insulted the Leston ducal family.
Eliya scowled, his eyes fixed on Karrons mouth.
The tongue of a devil.
That tongue had to be the most wicked thing here.
But he quickly regained his composure. He spoke in a low voice.
I do not intend to dishonor the Leston ducal family.
Im too tired for a long chat, so just tell me what you want. You must have a reason for doing this when the demonic beasts havent even been fully cleared out.
At Karrons direct question, Eliya nodded.
We would like you all to accompany us. We require a detailed investigation into what happened here and the process through which you fought the Demon King.
So youre planning to drag us away?
This is the first time the Demon King has acted personally in nearly fifty years, since the catastrophe in the Empire. For the future of this world, I implore your cooperation.
His tone was polite.
But his attitude was anything but.
Fwaaaa.
The paladins were already poised to charge at a moments notice.
If Eliya gave the order, a battle would surely erupt.
Karron slowly sized up the paladins. Then he spoke to Eliya.
You shameless bastards. You lot show up just to do the dishes, and now you want to arrest us, the ones who did all the hard work?
This is not an arrest. It is an escort.
Keep playing with words and Ill rip that tongue out of your head.
These people were not allies.
The enemy of my enemy is my friend formula didnt apply, at least not to these fanatics.
Normal reasoning didnt work on lunatics.
And dealing with such people was Karrons specialty.
If you had asked politely, I might have considered it. But you drew your weapons first, didnt you? Doesnt that mean you want to fight?
This is all because of the ominous energy you are exuding.
Watch closely. This is my answer.
A moment later.
Ptui.
Karron spat a wad of bloody saliva onto Eliyas face.
Then he said with a smirk.
Take me if you can.
At that moment.
How dare you, to the Saint!
A paladin standing behind Eliya roared and lunged forward.
Without hesitation, he swung his sword at Karron.
Claaaaang!
Karron casually parried the paladins sword.
A slight sting shot through his palm.
The paladins swing was quite heavy.
Saint! Just give the word. I will cut off this blasphemers head immediately!
He looked to be in his mid-twenties.
The divine power used by paladins was quite different from the mana of knights, so it was impossible to gauge his exact level.
But judging by the aura he projected.
A 6-star.
He seemed to be on par with a 6-star knight.
With their swords still locked, Karron sneered at the paladin.
How utterly despicable. Doesnt the god you serve teach you things like fair play?
Keep flapping that mouth. Ill enjoy tearing it apart.
He radiated a bloodlust unbecoming of a paladin.
He pushed his strength into the sword pressed against Karrons and spoke.
I have heard the rumors about you. They call you the greatest talent in the Empire, do they not? But you are nothing more than a frog in a well. Kneel now and beg the Saint for forgiveness.
And if I dont want to?
Then I will cut off your legs and force you to your knees.
First my arm, and now you want to cripple my legs? How kind of you, for a man of the cloth.
Karron replied in a slick voice, glancing back slightly. He casually asked Rion.
Sister, do you know this guys name?
Rion answered, her expression slightly stiff.
A young crusader who follows Eliya Hapiel Organ. Hes called the most promising talent of the southern continent.
Confirmed.
Having gotten the information he needed, Karron turned his head back to the paladin.
Should I call you Hapiel?
Hapiel gritted his teeth in response.
How dare a heretic like you speak my name.
Hapiel shouted loudly once more.
Saint! This blasphemer, immediately!
But before he could finish, Karron whispered in a low voice.
Why do you keep asking for permission? Once youve drawn your sword, you should naturally see it through to the end.
Kaaaaang!
Karron momentarily flared his mana, knocking his opponents sword aside.
Then, immediately.
Stab!
In an instant, he drove Guillotine into his opponents lower abdomen.
Hapiels eyes widened in disbelief at the sudden attack.
Bewilderment hit him before the pain.
How?
He hadnt even sensed the prelude to the surprise attack.
He couldn't have imagined that Karron would manage to land a blow in such a short moment.
Keoheok.
The pain finally registered in his brain.
He needed to summon his divine power immediately, but for some reason, it wouldnt obey.
Something had seeped into his body, into his abdomen where the sword was embedded.
That energy was crawling through him like an insect, instantly devouring his divine power.
They said you were the most promising talent of the southern continent
His body began to stiffen.
The thick killing intent flowing from his opponent slowly paralyzed his senses.
Hapiel stared at the man before him with trembling eyes.
A devil.
If this man wasnt a devil, then who in the world was?
Not anymore, are you?
The devil whispered softly into his ear.
4.
Thud.
The moment Hapiel collapsed, the paladins moved.
Sir Hapiel!
You son of a biiiitch!
They drew their weapons, summoning their divine power.
Light emanated from their bodies, and watching them, Leo spoke nonchalantly to Karron.
Nice going. If you were going to do this, you shouldve said so sooner.
Why?
I wouldve rather died to the Demon King earlier. Have you ever heard what happens to people who get dragged off to the Holy Kingdom?
Come on, you dont think followers of a god would resort to torture, do you?
...You dont know about the Inquisitors? You really are
Leo grumbled but raised his weapon nonetheless.
Rion and Utulla did the same.
Despite their bodies having just received emergency treatment, they raised their auras.
Is this your choice?
Eliyas benevolent smile was long gone.
He stared at Karron, his expression cold and hard.
...I did not expect you to defy the will of God. From this moment on, you are an enemy of the Holy Kingdom.
I never planned on being friends with a bunch of fanatics.
I will make you one promise.
An uncomfortably bright light shone from Eliyas back. A voice filled with rage flowed from his lips.
I will take you to the holy capital of the Holy Kingdom and wash away all your sins. You should rejoice. Very few are granted such an opportunity.
Wash away sounds a bit embarrassing. Are you going to wash me yourself?
I will also make it so that you can no longer wag that wicked tongue of yours.
With those words, the paladins began to charge.
But just then.
Fwoooosh!
A wall of fire erupted from the ground, separating the paladins from Karrons group.
Fanatics. You will achieve nothing here.
Orion stepped forward.
He stared at Eliya with a blank expression.
Eliya clenched his fist lightly.
This is a matter for humans. It is of no concern to the elves.
No, you are mistaken.
At the firm reply, Eliya frowned and looked around.
All the elves on the battlefield had their bows aimed at the paladins.
My name is Orion Windkeeper. On behalf of the elves present here, I warn you fanatics.
Spirits began to appear one by one behind Orion.
Wind, water, fire, earth.
The spirits of the four elements, representing nature, lined up behind Orion in their respective forms.
We elves do not forget the comrades we fought alongside. If you intend to forcibly take our comrades away, we will risk our lives to stop you.
Do you not despise humans? This is unexpected.
We are not so shameless as to discriminate based on the race of our benefactors. Unlike you fanatics.
A standoff between two groups, second to none in their elitism.
Eliya narrowed his eyes, comparing the strength of both sides.
He hadn't expected the elves to protect Karrons party.
The elven race was so reclusive that they didnt hesitate to kill humans who trespassed in their forests.
To think they would try to protect them in a situation like this, even after fighting together.
We can win a fight.
The elves were not in good condition.
If he pushed with force, the difference in strength was enough to subdue them.
However, it would require a significant sacrifice.
Kiiiaaaaaak!
The screams of the demonic beasts still running rampant reached his ears, and he was forced to make a choice.
Since it had come to this, he had to at least clean up the demonic beasts.
That way, he would at least have a justification.
A justification to condemn the incompetence of the Keas Kingdom and for the Holy Kingdom to project its influence over the southern kingdoms.
I understand your position.
Though he wanted nothing more than to tear the devil-like man before him to shreds, Eliya barely managed to suppress his anger.
It was for the greater good.
The dogs may bark, but the caravan moves on. He could make that fiend answer for his sins later.
Eliya quietly looked at Karron.
He smiled faintly and said.
Attacking a knight of the Holy Kingdom is a sin equivalent to blasphemy. Therefore, you will certainly be held accountable for your crimes. You will stand before a holy tribunal in the near future.
He looked to the future for his chance.
He was certain he would meet Karron Leston again in the not-so-distant future.
It would be enough to make him pay for his sins then.
The path you walk will eventually stain you with evil. Someday your own family will abandon you.
At the words, which were close to a curse, Karron shrugged. He then kicked the body of the unconscious Hapiel at his feet.
Thump!
Hapiels body flew through the air and landed right in front of the paladins.
Anyone watching would think youre the champions of justice.
Shhhng.
Karron sheathed Guillotine and spoke in a mocking tone.
If you came to do the dishes, then shut up and do the dishes. Thats the role that suits you best, got it?
It was blatant mockery.
At his words, the paladins trembled, but none of them dared to step forward.
Doing so would bring a shower of elven arrows down upon them.
In the midst of the uncomfortable standoff, Karron mocked the paladins once more.
If you understand, then get lost.
The mad dog smiled at the fanatics.
The Dukes Family Has a Mad Dog