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Chapter 135:
Chapter 135:
Chapter 135:
Youll let me have my revenge on Avery in ten days?
Drake doubted his hearing.
Pirate Lord Averys nickname is [Sea Serpent].
Although he might be the lowest in strength among the pirate lords, he was the most cunning and devious.
Furthermore, Averys ability to move from one place to another was such that even his fellow pirates were unaware of his movements.
It wasnt for nothing that rumors circulated among the pirates that Avery was a ghost, not a man.
To think someone would offer to hunt him down in just ten days.
Tsk.
Drake sneered.
You expect me to believe that crap?
Of course.
Lets stop talking.
Drake turned to leave, as if there was nothing more to talk about.
I know youre strong, but theres a limit to your cockiness, and do you think it makes sense that youd be able to capture Avery in ten days?
What makes you think it doesnt make sense?
Otto countered.
If you cant do it, you assume everyone else will as well. I think youre giving yourself too much credit.
Its not like that.
What do you mean, its not?
My opponent is Avery, one of the pirate lords. A seasoned and cunning sea serpent who has ruled the seas around here for the past forty years. Navies from all over the world havent been able to chase a shadow of him. So youre saying that all the navies that have been chasing him for the last 40 years are idiots?
Yes.
.
Like you.
Drake was at a loss for words when Otto replied with a nod.
What a bunch of assholes.
No, before that.
Drake asked, realizing something was off.
How did you know my goal was to get revenge on Avery?
Drake.
Otto replied.
Son of William, captain of the Mustache Pirates. You lost your father, William, your mother, older sister, and younger sister at the hands of Avery, right?
.!
In an attempt to take revenge, you applied to join the Royal Navy of three neighboring countries, including the Kingdom of Castile, but you were summarily rejected. On the grounds that your father was a pirate. Although I think the system is unreasonable, allowing the son of a pirate to be in the navy, where security is supposed to be so tight, is a bit much, dont you think?
How did you know that! Have you been following me all this time.
Then would I have come without knowing? I came knowing everything.
Although Otto had actually lied, his face didnt change and he continued to do so without a care in the world.
At this point, its not an exaggeration to say that everything he says is a lie.
But he couldnt tell the truth, so lying was inevitable.
What do you want?
I told you, be my subordinate. If you agree to be my subject, Ill give you Avery. Within ten days.
Why did you choose me?
Because I feel sorry for the chick who is being raised? Eventually, when it turns into a chicken, it will be eaten.
What are you talking about?
Well.
Otto lit a cigar on the wooden table and crossed his legs leisurely.
*Click!*
*Shhhh!*
Youll find out what that means in due course Cough! Keeukk!
.
Ugh! Why is this so toxic? Cough! Huff! Ugh!
Drake couldnt for the life of him believe Otto.
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Same time.
Beyond the [Great Wall] of the North, built by the Cannibal Emperor Kairos.
Die!
You uncivilized barbarians!
Aaaahhhhh!
The battle between the Arad Empire and the northern barbarian warriors was in full swing.
The Arad Empires defense policy was not defense, but instead [active offense].
Generally speaking, the defending side has an overwhelming advantage in a battle.
However, the reason why the Arad Empire was willing to go on the offensive, even beyond the walls, was to block the barbarian invasion at the source.
By periodically sending armies beyond the Wall, the Arad Empire hoped to weaken the barbarians power and keep the Northern Empire in check further north.
The best type of defense is offense, and the Arad Empires army lived by that maxim.
Hence, military activity on the other side of the Wall was intense, with skirmishes, espionage, assassinations, and reconnaissance between the barbarians and the Aradians every single day.
Today was no different.
One regiment of the Aradian Imperial Army was building a garrison to control a certain area when they were attacked by a barbarian army.
Re Reinforcements, when are they coming!
You bastards!
Stop, stop coming at meeee!
Faced with an overwhelming disparity of nearly ten times their numbers, the Arad Empire troops were helpless.
It was an unexpected surprise, and at this rate, their annihilation was inevitable.
But a saving grace has arrived for the Aradians.
Ahhhhhhhh!
Ah, its the Demon! Demon!
The Goddess of Death is coming! The Goddess of Death is coming!
The fierce and proud barbarian warriors suddenly began to scream and flee.
Their ferocious momentum to annihilate the Aradians was nowhere to be seen.
*Swish!*
There was a flash of silver.
*Slash!* *Swipe!* *Whooosh!* *Clang!* *Swish!*
Scores of barbarian warriors fell at once.
They were all cut in two around the waist.
After killing dozens of barbarians in a single blow, the female knight casually swung her sword.
*Splatter!*
The blood clinging to the blade fell away, splattering the white snow.
Those who are running, and those with weapons.
The Goddess of War proclaimed.
Not a single one will return alive.
*Whoosh!*
*Whir!* *Whir!* *Whir!* *Whir!*
Thousands of Aura swords of light floated into the air.
Heh, heh?!
The goddess of death has descended.
In utter terror, the barbarian warriors dropped their weapons and fell to their knees.
But those who refused to lay down their weapons, or who fled without surrender, were not spared.
*Whooooooosh!*
Swords of light rained down like a downpour.
*Boom!* *Bang!* *BOOM!* *Bang!* *Boom!* *BAAANG!* *BOOOOOM!*
The battlefield was devastated in an instant, as if a streak of meteors had fallen.
The outcome of the battle, which had been in unfavorable condition for the forces of the Arad Empire, had been completely reversed by the descent of the Goddess of War.
One who could turn the tide of battle in a single moment.
One who is known to her enemies as the Goddess of Death.
A woman called the Flower, fed on the blood of the barbarians beyond the Wall.
*Swish!*
Elise sheathed her sword.
Waaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhh!
Long live the Arad Empire!
Hooray!
All hail Elise!
Hurrah!
A victorious shout rang out.
Congratulations on the victory, Your Excellency.
Private Haken handed Elise a crisp white towel.
Elise did not look back at Haken.
Her eyes were fixed on the worn compass in her hand.
Uh, Your Excellency?
Haken called out to Elise again.
Ah.
Elise turned her head, realizing that Haken had spoken to her.
Did you ask a question?
I said congratulations on your victory.
I was distracted for a moment and didnt realize. I apologize, Haken.
Is Your Excellency capable of thinking of other things during battle?
Elises face hardened at Hakens question.
Well, the battle is already over.
Yes?
I dont think during battle. Its impossible for a martial artist to be distracted during a battle.
Youre absolutely correct, but.
Collect the bodies of the fallen and transport the wounded.
Yes, Your Excellency.
And.
Elise added.
Im going to take a short vacation.
You mean a personal vacation? Didnt you take one last time?
Over the years, the number of vacations Elise had taken could be counted on one hand.
So its no surprise that Haken is a little surprised that shes been taking a vacation every month for the last three months.
Theres an event back home that I need to attend.
What do you mean, theres an event in your hometown.
Uh, its my moms birthday.
Isnt your mothers birthday in the month of June?
*shudder*
Eliezer paused as if she had a malfunction.
Your Excellency, if theres something you want to conceal
Ill be off.
With those words, Elise disappeared as if she had teleported away.
I was going to say that you dont have to bother.
Haken muttered to himself in a bitter tone.
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The serious Otto would never say anything without foundation.
Like the time he said to Camille, Should I raise him and eat him?
And when he referred to Drake as a chick being raised.
That was quite a significant statement.
Oh. Look at this guy, Making a face as if Im pathetic just because its my first time trying a cigar.
Otto could read Drakes expression like a ghost.
Hmm. He doesnt even know the story. Looking at me pathetically. Maybe Ill just let him get eaten.
Otto thought, because he knew all about Drakes main scenario.
Its like the old saying. Seeing once is better than hearing a hundred times.
Otto decided to tell Drake the truth.
Ill show you something fun.
Something fun?
Follow me.
Otto led Drake up onto the deck and called out to Kairos.
Hey.
Why are you calling me, Pansy?
That guy.
Otto pointed to Drakes first mate, Mordred.
Mordred is a character who accompanies Drake from the beginning of the main scenario.
Originally a subordinate of Captain William, he was an uncle and advisor to Drake.
In terms of Otto de Scuderia, he was the equivalent of Camille.
Take a good look at him.
Hmm?
You said you knew how to look at things. Look at that guy.
Why would I want to watch that nasty-looking guy?
I mean, look at him. Lets see if you can can see physiognomy well or not.
You dont trust me! Ill show you how good I am at reading like a ghost!
Kairos bristled at Ottos prodding and stared at Mordreds face.
W-What are you doing all of a sudden!
Mordred panicked.
Mmm!
Kairos nodded in understanding.
Treacherous, thats a traitor.
Oh?
Otto asked, mildly surprised that Kairos could see right through Mordreds psyche.
You actually know how to read peoples physiognomy, dont you?
See! What did I tell you, Didnt I mention that I can read faces?
But how come you didnt see that Argonne bastards physiognomy?
T-That!
In his thoughts, in his heart. I dont think he could have fooled you even if he wanted to.
S-Shut up!
Kairos yelled.
No. Im not mocking you. Im just puzzled, really curious.
You brat!
Save your anger for later.
Otto placated Kairos and pointed at Modred.
Try this thing called the Minds Eye. Lets check its performance.
Performance? You still dont trust me?
I dont do this because I dont believe you, I just want you to do the mind thing on him.
Phew! Wait!
Kaiross right eye turned golden.
.
Kairos concentrated on the use of his minds eye, reciting an incantation Otto didnt recognize.
Theyre psychos, no doubt about it.
Drake was getting fed up with Otto and Kairos antics.
I need to get the hell out of here. If I let these lunatics screw with me, revenge or whatever, theyll drive me crazy.
Then.
Ohhh.
Kairos said with an eerie grin.
So, its you.
Huh?
You conspired with Avery, or whoever it is, to sell out his father?
W-What do you mean!
You even met with that Avery fellow not too long ago and hatched a plan to use him to eat that kid, didnt you?
Youre talking nonsense, thats bullshit.
You despicable traitor!
*Bam!*
Kairos grabbed Mordred by the hair and slammed his face into the deck.
What do you think youre doing!
A startled Drake lunged at Kairos.
*Swoosh!*
Ottos sword touched the skin of Drakes neck.
If you want to hear the truth, stay quiet.
The truth?
Yes, the truth.
Otto replied in a low, hushed voice.
If you dont want to play into Averys hands for years to come, youll stand there and listen.
Thats why Otto called Drake a chick who would eventually be eaten.
In fact, Drakes main scenario was to be played by Avery until halfway through.