Leviathan (4)
“… … The successor to Krimhild needs us?”
All members of Black Skull turned their gaze towards Antonio.
Everyone had an expression that said they couldn’t believe it easily.
That’s only natural, since he heard that the Gang Brotherhood had ignored the organization’s decision and struck Theo in the back of the head.
This was because they already considered their relationship with Theo to be ruined.
Rather, he was worried that he would fall out of favor if Theo succeeded in resealing the Sea King and seized power.
Instead, Antonio was calling them separately in the wee hours of the morning and telling them that he needed them.
Antonio nodded vigorously, his face slightly red.
“Yes. It’s exactly as I said. Krimhild’s successor has no intention of remaining just a <Warrior>.”
“… … So, a political foundation is needed.”
“Yes. So he said that if we help him, he will promise us the presidency.”
At that moment, the eyes of some members lit up.
President.
The position of ruler of the floating archipelago autonomous region was a position they all coveted.
“Of course, to do that, you have to go beyond just ‘helping’ and become his hands and feet, no, his lackey… … But you can handle that, right?”
“No. It’s not something that can be seen so easily.”
The man sitting across from me continued speaking while smoking a cigar.
It was the man Theo considered to be the leader of the Black Skull.
“No matter how much support they receive from the people, the shipping alliance is what actually holds the power in the floating archipelago, and at the top of that are the three shipping groups. They all need to be eliminated, but is that actually possible?”
All the members kept their lips tightly shut.
ha-
Cigarette smoke spread in thick clouds.
“It’s impossible. Most of us are descendants of the three shipping families. It’s like turning our backs on our parents and siblings and forming a new faction. How easy is that?”
A deep silence was about to fall, along with the man’s taunts,
Antonio shook his head.
“No. The dismantling of the three shipping companies is possible.”
“What? How?”
“First of all, I would like to add that this is not my personal opinion, but that of Krimhild’s successor.”
“… … .”
The man pursed his lips.
“As you all know, the three shipping powers are already divided. Grimal has Troyvan on his back, so now there is no choice but to fall, and Romelin was neutral from the beginning, so it will naturally side with the successor.”
The man and the members’ gazes were currently focused on an empty spot.
Marty Romelin.
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As she was also a priestess of the central temple, it was obvious where her choice would lead her, just as Antonio had said.
“The only thing left is my family, Spinola… … I know my father well. He is the kind of person who would bow his head if someone stronger than him appeared. And.”
“So you’re planning to make up an excuse at the right time to oust your father and take control of the family?”
“If I can’t carry Krimhild’s successor on my back, then it means I’m a loser.”
Antonio was confident.
The blame is already on you, not Umberto.
As time passed, the family’s influence would naturally increase in his favor.
If we can get our hands on the three shipping families, the presidential seat will come that much closer.
Antonio revealed his position in a subtle way,
I sent a positive message to the people from Grimal and Romelin, saying that they too could do what I did.
Also, it was a signal to those who were not from the three shipping families to quickly join him.
In fact, some of them even gave Antonio a wink with their eyes shining, suggesting that they meet privately later.
The man ended up smiling bitterly.
The atmosphere that had always revolved around him now revolved around Antonio.
‘No. Was it actually Land? No, that’s probably an alias. In any case, Krimhild’s successor will be the complete mastermind. Antonio will be nothing more than a puppet.’
The man was genuinely afraid of Theo.
It hasn’t even been a day since I arrived in the floating archipelago, and I’m shaking up the map like this.
Even now, with just a few words from afar, haven’t you created your own foundation?
From my experience, I know that you shouldn’t confront people like this.
You have to be thoroughly familiar with it.
If you were waiting for the next opportunity, it would be something to think about later.
“… … Okay. So what do you plan to do now? The other three shipping lines will definitely make some moves to prepare for the Sea King’s seal.”
A declaration of effective surrender.
Antonio twisted one corner of his lips.
“What should we do? We should go and welcome our new leader. In person.”
This meant that each person should scrape together all the troops they could muster.
To protect the three shipping families from doing anything useless to Theo.
The members all nodded their heads heavily in response.
“Then it seems like you’ve finished organizing your opinions, so hurry.”
Antonio clenched his fist.
A new world.
It felt like a floating archipelago was already at my fingertips.
But Antonio’s expectations did not last long.
“Antonio! We’re in trouble!”
One of the members who had gone out to gather troops returned in a state of deep thought.
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“The guard!”
“Calm down and speak slowly. What’s going on?”
“The guards have moved to Grimal! Right now, Grimal and the Guisal Corps are leading the guards and heading towards the central temple! It’s a coup!”
“… … !”
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[As an additional reward based on the evaluation, the characteristics and talents of the Dragon Blood are strengthened, causing the bloodline factor to mutate.]
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[Hemolysis]
· Type: Talent
· Effect: The ancient dragon’s bloodline factor awakens, giving you excellent regenerative powers and magical talents. The stronger the bloodline factor, the more you can awaken the ancient dragon’s power.
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Thump thump thump thump!
My heart was pounding.
Kkuduk, kkuduk-
At the same time, the body underwent small but significant changes.
The various coincidences that Theo had accumulated over the years, such as the mystery of the Youngma Poison and Krimhild, began to blend together with the Dragon Blood and merge into one.
It feels like my head is clearing up.
In addition, the inspiration breathed by the sword’s beads seemed to become even clearer.
But there was another change that was more noticeable.
“Haha. I guess we’ve finally reached a point where we can call each other ‘companions’.”
『Haha. I guess we’ve finally reached a point where we can call each other ‘companions.’』
Lordbroke’s voice and telepathy were transmitted simultaneously.
This means that the channeling with her has been strengthened.
[Your connection with your Guardian Dragon has been strengthened, so you can now conveniently hear his opinions at any time, anywhere.]
Theo looked straight into Lordbroke’s large eyes and saw himself reflected in them.
‘observation.’
[Observe ‘Theo Ragnar’.]
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Theo Ragnar (15 years old/male)
· Title: Flashing Tiger, Best Talent of the Millennium, Island Yacha.
· Talents: Ragnar, Player, Observation, Inventory, Shop Access, Guardian Dragon’s Companion, Beetle, Constellation Dragon, Krimhild’s Successor, Dragonman, [Unavailable].
· Status: The people of the Floating Islands Autonomous Territory are desperate for your return. Gaining their ‘faith’ will make a big difference.
· Level: 41
· Ability (▼)
Strength: 121 Agility: 103
Stamina: 48 Horsepower: 243
Intelligence: 104 Luck: 33
Additional stats: 20
· Skill (△)
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· [Not accessible]
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Theo now thought that he was good enough to be a senior inspector.
It’ll be a year before I turn 16, but even so, it’s definitely been a great growth spurt.
“You look satisfied with yourself.”
‘That’s true, actually.’
“Your growth speed is certainly unparalleled compared to the previous selectors. However, be careful not to rush too much or you might get sick.”
‘I’ll keep that in mind.’
“Hahaha. Your tone of voice makes it seem like you have no such intentions.”
‘Did you get caught?’
“That kind of confidence must also be part of your charm.”
Lordbrok rose to his feet, spreading his wings wide.
Passus-
The Sea King beneath her had lost his heart and was rapidly disintegrating.
“Thanks to you refining the curse, the amount of magical power extracted from the heart is quite large. It will take some time to process this, so I will contact you again as soon as I am done.”
‘Is it still not enough to fill your heart?’
“Haha. I am the one who was at the top of all dragons. Isn’t the vessel too small to be filled with something like this?”
Lordbroke winked one eye.
Theo stuck out his tongue inwardly.
The Sea King was a natural disaster in itself, but Lordbroke was even better than that?
Then, what level is the father who defeated her?
Still too far for him.
It was a wall of incredible height.
“But I’ll keep the channel open at all times, so feel free to contact me separately whenever you’re bored. Isn’t that the role of a companion?”
Lordbroke quietly disappeared, throwing out some pleasant words until the end.
Phew… … .
Theo took a long breath.
From the mystery of Krimhild to the death of the Sea King.
I was so busy doing various things without rest that I was completely exhausted.
It was so hard just to hold on.
‘But there’s still one last thing left.’
Take control of the floating archipelago autonomous region.
It was necessary to make this place its own base.
“master.”
At that moment, Pontus approached quietly.
He no longer called Theo ‘you’ but ‘master’.
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It means that I sincerely acknowledge him as my master now.
It was the same with other marine species, as various marine species filled the area around him.
“thanks.”
‘Don’t you resent me? In a way, I was the one who hurt your father.’
Pontus shook his head.
“That can’t be. We know how much pain our father has suffered over the past hundreds of years. We have suffered along with him as we watched from the sidelines. The master has brought peace to him.”
Pontus glanced around.
Several deep-sea landforms transformed by the Sea King’s madness came into view.
“And our father will continue to look after us in the bosom of nature. I don’t think he has left. But there is something I would like to ask of you, Master.”
ask?
Is there anything that isn’t finished yet?
“It’s a natural duty for a subject to follow his master’s side. However, as you can see, this place is not yet in order. Perhaps, since my father closed his eyes, the magical power will no longer rise, and the islands above are in danger of sinking.”
Theo somehow seemed to know what Pontus was asking.
“I want to stay here and continue the legacy of my father and my friend. And I want to preserve the traces my master left behind. Will you allow me to do so?”
Pontus wants to stay here.
Following Theo would be rewarding, but he must have also considered it important to follow in the footsteps of the Sea King here.
It seemed like he had put a lot of thought into saying those words.
Theo laughed.
‘Pontus. Do you know what my dream is?’
“dream?”
‘Yeah. A dream.’
“I don’t know… … but I guess.”
‘I’m going to become a king.’
「… … !」
Pontus’s eyes widened.
‘But in order to become king, I will be very busy in the future, and it will be difficult for me to settle down in one place. That’s why I need someone to rule the territory in my stead.’
Theo already considered both the Sea King and Krimhild’s territories as his own.
‘Can you help me?’
“Of course… … is.”
Pontus nodded his head in gratitude.
Following him, numerous marine species lowered their bodies one after another.
“As long as I have Pontus.”
The new Sea King declared with a loud voice.
“The sea is your subject and your friend, and it will serve you.”
How the bastard of the Return Sword Family lives
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