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Chapter 498
Chapter 498
Chapter 498:
After the war, the world was literally devastated.
Since it is impossible to count all the deaths, we can only guess, but so many lives were lost or trampled upon.
Places that used to be mountains became empty plains, and places that used to have rivers dried up.
And in another place, a mountain was created and a river was born.
The birth of a new world.
Is this the world that immortals wanted?
Or is it even a world we pass through?
Whioooooooo…
A tower built at the foot of a quiet mountain.
It was still undergoing repairs as there were problems here and there in the aftermath of the change of era, but fortunately, it maintained its original appearance.
Six people gathered at the top of the tower.
Six people.
But their evaluations were different.
“Now there are only six.”
“What is Zodiac… Fuhahahaha! “Haven’t the constellations shrunk in half?”
“Six towers, including the lion, collapsed. “It must be because of the tactical weapons.”
“… Thunder.”
Zodiac’s tactical weapon Thunder.
In normal times, the Magic Tower was like a huge power plant. The Tower of Knowledge accepted the magic of the earth and stored it.
Since the establishment of Zodiac, there has never been a single use of thunder. However, just because of its existence, there were no people who objected when they claimed neutrality.
The problem is that this thunder brought about a large-scale magic disaster at the time of the transition of the era.
As if a lightning strike had been induced, the magical disaster struck the tower containing the tactical weapon.
The result was…
“All the victims were recovered… and the remaining personnel were scattered to various places. “The magic used is also significant.”
“I’m glad there are surviving disciples.”
“Yes, if time is on our side, we can restore it without difficulty. But Leo…”
The wizard was speechless.
“All the lions are dead. “Not a single person is left behind.”
“Uhm…”
A lot of time has passed since the disaster occurred. Because it is a bitter wound, everyone remains silent when the story comes out.
In fact, it was the first time that the six top owners had gathered in one place since the incident.
Those were hellish days.
Not many people were able to understand the cause of the disaster that swept Pandea, so everyone was confused.
There were also people who mocked Zodiac for failing to prevent the coming disaster, and furthermore, false information that Zodiac was the cause of the disaster was widely spread, causing people to suffer from measles.
“It would have been better if they were crazy people.”
“Everyone just lost their family.”
The fact that they were just suffering humans silenced the Zodiac.
“The magic of Leo was rarely a magic that benefited the world.”
“It’s a shame… I guess it’s because I’m carrying heaven’s punishment.”
“….”
Strategic weapon of heavenly punishment.
Heavenly Punishment is also a weapon that has never been used.
Perhaps it was because of the items that Leo was responsible for managing, but the disaster that came to Lion was on a scale that was incomparable to other places.
“What should I do with the Heavenly Punishment that has become scrap metal?”
A man who answers without hesitation when someone asks a question.
“The balance will bear the burden.”
Five eyes turned to him.
Crooked Libra Frannan.
“Would we need to invest an astronomical amount of resources to restart it?”
“Thunder and heavenly punishment are like symbols of the zodiac. Restarting operations is natural.”
“It’s a given, so I’ll take it… Well, Libra’s financial situation is definitely the best among us.”
Not everyone objected.
Having heavenly punishment means having a lot of power, but also taking on even more responsibility.
“As for the rest of the thunder… let’s decide it later.”
“That’s because we haven’t yet figured out how much thunder we can use.”
“Maybe everyone will take on at least one of them. Tsk tsk….”
“I guess there would be no complaints that way.”
The Zodiac had many characters who had an optimistic attitude toward the world.
But now they too had no choice but to be pessimistic.
“I can’t believe Pandea became like this overnight…”
“Maybe not overnight. “Maybe there was a sign and we didn’t notice it.”
“Not only that the infrastructure has collapsed, but even now, two years later, if you dig up the ground, you still find corpses…”
“Is half the population dead?”
“I understand that a third of it was swept away.”
“That’s terrible.”
The reaction of those facing disaster was obvious.
“It’s a wonder that war didn’t break out.”
“I watched with such tension….”
“Perhaps it was fortunate that in addition to the collapse of the Federation, Khan’s actions were different from what was expected.”
Khan, the great empire of the East.
This is a place where people prepared until just before disaster based on the advice of shamans and feng shui masters who predicted disaster.
As a result, they were able to preserve their accumulated national power.
“I thought they were going to expand their territory… but I never thought they would take the lead in protecting order.”
“Thanks to the wise and benevolent princes. Hongcheon did a good job in his later years.”
“Depending on our future moves, we might become friends.”
On the other hand, there were countries that showed a different pattern.
“Why is Baranoa like that?…”
“It’s the worst, but there’s nothing that bad.”
“The Holy Nation is faithful to its desires, isn’t it?”
“They are swallowing up weak countries under the pretext of a united front.”
“How does such power come from those fanatics?”
The western kingdom of Baranoa was seizing the opportunity to increase its size. If the country were personified, it would be portrayed as a greedy fat man.
The talks continued.
From personal agendas to important agendas.
However, there were some who could not concentrate.
“Frannon.”
“Ah…”
“What does Libra think we should do next?”
“Does my opinion matter?”
“Then everyone here will think so.”
Santio nodded.
“The level… has gotten higher?”
“….”
“Puhahahaha! Are you trying to become Azran? “Have you achieved enlightenment when you’re all old?”
Frannan just smiled and did not reply.
Everyone gathered here felt it.
The power that flows out from him little by little.
Magical power like that of a king.
And momentum.
In fact, Frannan himself found this fascinating.
After Alkatron, his level increased as time passed. Moreover, the more his magic is paired with demonic spirit research, the more powerful it becomes, and this demonic spirit research has also advanced further.
“We must decide today how we as Zodiac will act from now on.”
“Countries interested in magical engineering are reaching out to recruit us. “There are some dirty tricks among them.”
“What happened two years ago was a shock to them as well.”
“Could this have been prevented?”
“No, it’s obvious I couldn’t have stopped it.”
Frannan draped his arms on the desk, put his palms together and brought them close to his mouth.
“The times are unfortunate.”
“….”
“What should wizards do? “What else can we do?”
It was a homework given to everyone.
Given to those who are born as wizards, live as wizards, and die as wizards.
“Can humanity go further? “If magic becomes more advanced than it is now, will anything change?”
“….”
“More sophisticated magic, more sophisticated magic, more powerful magic… may be of no use now.”
You have to decide.
Will the development of magic lead to the development of the world as before… or will they also have to pursue other values?
The six discussed.
fought with each other
Because it was important work, I had to shake off everything that bothered me.
When I finally let it all out, the road became one.
“It’s time to get away from your desk.”
“Frannon advocates.”
The old man with an eye patch on one eye grinned.
“The Zodiac’s neutrality ends today. From now on, our wizard will…”
Frannan looked out the window.
“We will do our best to support the justice we believe in. Ignoring all the problems that arise…”
Their decision would spread throughout the continent in the following days.
“It will be crushed.”
Food boom…
Frannan sat by the window and looked at the flying bird.
For some reason, I felt that way.
How do other people live in this changing world? And… did he survive?
His eyes landed on the tail of the flying bird.
Pudduk…
pudduk…
The bird flew a long way without stopping.
A bird’s gaze moves to another bird and from that bird to another bird.
Finally, a bird built a nest in a remote highland.
In the tree in front of a small tree house, alone.
A bird’s eye view captures a man coming out of the house.
“Whew…”
The man who breathed had dragon eyes.
Clump…
clank…
Only the two knights could be seen next to him.
The young dragon shaman was nowhere to be seen.
* * *
Pot-!
Pot-!
Someone jumping up and down was climbing the mountain. Balzern, a huge mountain rising at the tip of the continent.
Walzern was sometimes too cold, sometimes too hot, and sometimes too lonely.
Paaaa-!
Sigh-!
“Surp…”
A person who jumps into terrain close to a cliff without hesitation.
I somehow hold on to the rock wall and find my way.
From the outside, it was hard to tell because it was covered in something that looked like a robe.
However, it was very large.
Hururup…
The monk quenched his thirst at a spring in the mountain.
Ooh…
ooh ooh…
The wild animals came and drank water with him.
The scent of medicinal herbs flowed from the monk’s arms, and the energy was very comfortable.
“You must be thirsty.”
Swoosh…
Swoosh…
As the monk strokes the neck of a mountain animal, the animals lick the monk several times with their tongues and then quickly disappear.
Coo…
coo…
“… Was it because of that?”
There are also monsters in the mountains.
Even giant spirits made of rock and wild ogres.
The monk did not have time to confront them, so he took advantage of the night to avoid them.
Pak-!
Puss…
It was dangerous because the rock wall he was holding just before the summit broke down, but the monk somehow held on without falling.
I gradually climbed back to the top.
“Huh… hu….”
A refreshing and strong wind swept through his body.
It was night, but the surroundings were not dark.
It seemed like morning would dawn soon.
At that time, a voice struck the monk.
– You are not an ordinary person to have reached this point.
“Are you…”
– Are you trying to meet me?
The monk put his hands together and spoke.
“I had a question and came here to get an answer.”
– You are a monk. There were many like you, but only a few made it this far.
The power felt in the voice was overwhelming.
– As much as you like. Mortal worries are like entertainment to me.
“First of all… the world is a mess. Should I adapt to the times and change my original ambitions?”
– That’s a stupid question. Follow your goals and change the times.
“But all of nature is being shaken. “Wonshin won’t come forward?”
– ….
The other person lets out a low breath in response to the monk’s question.
This revealed his identity.
Crunch…
Crunch…
A huge bear made of rock appeared at the top of the mountain. Its size was so ferocious that it was hard to believe, and its force was excessively ferocious.
The original god of the mountain, Guamong.
It is a huge rock bear.
A figure as big as a mountain appeared.
A momentum so great that it could create a myth.
– The earth groans and the sky cries out. But it’s all natural.
“… Are you saying that all of this is natural?”
– It is true.
“But isn’t being served inherently responsible?”
– responsibility? Are you blaming me?
“It’s just a question.”
Geumong answered.
– There is no such thing as responsibility. After Tancrid fell, the land now belongs to me, Gaamon…
“I see… I will ask you one last question.”
– That should be your last question. Since you woke me up and made me hungry, I will also receive a reward from you.
“Are you planning on participating in this Genshin Festival?”
– Genshinje… Of course. There will be a mountain of delicious offerings piled up. Did you get the answer?
“Suffice.”
– You are an impious person. Isn’t that so?
“After meeting you, I became certain.”
– What do you mean?
The monk reveals the struggle.
“My ambition is the right thing to do.”
– … ambition?
“My ambition will soon put many things right.”
The monk was not intimidated by the sight of this gigantic figure. On the contrary, I got angry.
“Your answer is wrong. “You are not worthy of our service.”
– You cannot decide that. Just accept it.
“Then all we have to do is fight.”
For the first time, Geumong was embarrassed.
No, it’s shocking.
– That’s fun.
Crunch, crackle…
The rock bear wakes up.
A huge disaster.
– How dare you confront the mountain!
A monk standing in front of Guamong, who scolds a foolish person.
“I’m not trying to confront the mountain.”
Slurp…
When I took off my robe, the wind snatched it away.
A monk with his muscular muscles exposed.
A body greater than his mind is there.
Another mountain stood.
It was Jamard.
The will of Tancrid, Mother Earth.
– This land always needs a guardian. Jamard… If I disappear, the balance of the world will be upset.
she asked him
– You… become the guardian of this land.
Two years have passed since the era changed.
It is a time when many things reach a turning point.
Jamard was also at the center of that change.
He shows his fangs and grins like a devil. And as he speaks, a new era begins to walk.
“I will become a mountain.”