#43
Helmut
Episode 43
The sprout of darkness ultimately means the fate of destruction.
The forest of Pahe was full of the food that the sprouts of darkness needed.
The atmosphere is full of demonic energy. Because it was a friendly environment, Helmut’s sprouts of darkness grew rather docilely. Without violating the host’s mind.
The reason it wasn’t ravenous was because it was in abundance.
“Your case is truly unique. Either your temperamental calm played a role, or your teacher was able to push down your darkness. Many factors may have had an influence. And now you have reached a point where you can control the sprouts of darkness, hiding them well and suppressing them with Vis. It seems that they were able to survive because they were not noticed by the temple until that happened. “Unless he is directly examining your body, it would be difficult for a priest to find traces of demonic energy in you in normal times.”
“How did you know?”
“Because I am a great wizard. And because you were in a place where demonic energy was dense, the demonic energy that was in contact with your dark buds was visible on your body.”
I remembered Darian’s words about staying away from places where there is magic. Darian probably didn’t know as much about the sprout of darkness in theory as I did.
But he had insight, and he was right.
‘I can’t be a monster hunter.’
Helmut thought regretfully. Puen hinted that it would be a way to make some money.
“The sprout of darkness will be growing within you. “Your achievements will only slow down the process of being consumed by the darkness.”
“What happens if I remove this?”
Antiol said solemnly.
“You will die. It is the source of your life. It is also the power that saved you. In everything in this world, there is exchange. “Whether it is small or big.”
“I thought you would know how.”
“If you abandon Vis, I can place a control magic circle on your sprout of darkness. It is a magic circle so strong that it does not attract the attention of the temple. You will probably be able to live your whole life as an ordinary human being. “For now, even that is impossible, as Nevis opposes my magic.”
Antiol smiled meaningfully.
“But I don’t think you want that.”
Helmut nodded without hesitation.
Even if you throw away the vis, the sword skills you have learned remain. Helmut will remain a skilled swordsman.
But that’s it. You can’t move on it without it. It was a choice that cost Helmut everything.
It is only natural that we cannot abandon everything for fear of the sprouts of darkness.
“There aren’t many possible futures for you. You will become stronger and more likely to become a great swordsman. “As long as we can avoid the temple’s attention until then.”
“… … .”
“But one day the bud of darkness will devour you, and then it will destroy your powerful black world. Countless lives will disappear and their blood will flow like a river. The temple defines that this is the fate of those with the germ of darkness and seeks to eliminate it. “You will be proving them right.”
“It sounds like there is no way.”
“If that’s what you hear, that’s probably it. But the future belongs to those who pioneer. “People can change their future.”
Helmut suddenly realized something. The fact that this wizard is friendly towards him.
Is it because of curiosity about humans with sprouts of darkness? Is it simply because the enemy of my enemy is my friend? He spoke slowly, his eyes revealing wisdom.
“I don’t think the temple is right. They try to make the world constant according to the tenets of Lumen, eliminating all variables and risks. Your very existence stands at the opposite point of the temple. I hope you prove them wrong. Resist your fate with the sprouts of darkness. Prove your potential by not giving in to it. That is why I am telling you this.”
Because I want to see it. That’s what I meant.
The temple tried to keep the world on a certain line, like pushing with a push pin. They don’t want a sticking out, foreign presence.
Antiol did not like the balance the temple was trying to maintain. In other words, it was the suppression of possibility.
This could have been an opportunity. Because Helmut was a rare variable that appeared in this world. He may never be born again.
‘I don’t know how this will work.’
No matter what happens, he intends to watch the results. Antiol muttered with hope.
“You never know. “If your mind and body reach the ultimate state, even the sprouts of darkness may eventually fall under your will.”
With those words, the barrier was lifted. As if the wind blew away the thick fog, greenery returned to my sight.
It was an empty lot where a carriage was standing. Although they disappeared for a very short period of time, it was enough to cause chaos.
The members of the Face Mercenaries were showing shocked looks. Finn came running.
“Hey, Helmut, are you okay? “What kind of trick did that damn wizard do?”
In the meantime, like a cowardly Finn, his voice was quiet and he was looking at me.
As soon as the barrier was opened, the person standing nearby was excluded and Finn was caught in a panic.
Antiol stood with his back to me and spoke as if to listen.
“Oh my, I almost forgot. Yes, being dull and calm is an advantage, but it is also a disadvantage. Maybe having a human mind will help you.”
“yes.”
“What are you talking about?”
Finn looked at Helmut with a puzzled expression. But he had no one to answer him.
“Okay then, that’s enough.”
Helmut slightly bowed his head and turned around.
Antiol had reason to be polite. Helmut, who had met warlocks like Erugo, changed his impression of wizards.
Although nothing was clear, I felt like I knew which path I should take. And what Antiol said was consistent with what Darian said.
‘I told you to become human.’
It was Helmut who lived in the forest of Pahe, interacting only with Elaga and Darian.
Experiencing more humans, experiencing relationships, and becoming part of the human species. To do that, a place to go was decided.
‘This mercenary group isn’t bad either. There might be something to do with it later.’
As they exited the forest path, they found themselves back in the same spot where the magic had first begun.
It was in front of an old tree. Delivery of the requested product has been completed. Now all you have to do is return. To the Face Mercenaries.
Taking Miles to Butan Trading Company was a chore.
Helmut had no intention of joining there.
“Well, here it is, 80%. “Let me check.”
Miles immediately started settling the bill. According to the contract, it was 100,000 marks, including the monster’s body. I thought the 130,000 marks that Antiol first called for would be used as a reference point, but the amount was surprisingly large.
“It’s 120,000 marks, 8 discount from 150,000 marks.”
The price was more generous than expected. It wasn’t like Miles. It was Miles who would normally try to take a little more of his share.
When Fuen showed a hint of doubt, he cleared his throat.
“I had a lot of things I was sorry about, right? “It is right to do what has been said.”
“Well, that’s good. There was an unfortunate incident, but I’m glad that the request was concluded successfully. You did a really good job. “I’ll take you there on the way to Butan Trading Company.”
Miles got into the carriage, and Puen divided the money bag into two.
“Now stay here. “It’s up to you.”
A fat bag of money was held in Helmut’s hand. 70%, 84,000 marks.
Helmut, who confirmed that Füen had divided properly, stuffed the pockets into his arms. Now that the settlement was over, Helmut was a wealthy traveler.
“Then are you going to do it as planned?”
“yes.”
When asked what I was going to do last night, I had already answered that I had to leave. Finn, who was completely unaware of that fact, asked with surprised eyes.
“Oh, wait! “Are you leaving here?”
“I have a place to go.”
Everyone had noticed that he hadn’t lost his memory.
He has a cute appearance and exceptional skills that make him look like he is from an aristocratic family. No matter where I looked, it was something out of the ordinary. There must be some unspeakable secret to the point where people are asking for a crackdown on joining.
All members of the Faith mercenary group had agreed to remain silent about Helmut until their death.
Finn held on with a regretful expression. Regardless of whether his skills are terrible, he is a friend of the same age that I haven’t made in a long time. She didn’t want to leave.
“But shouldn’t you visit the Face Mercenaries at least once? You also made a mercenary certificate. You may like it more than you think. “There is no better place to work as a mercenary than our mercenary group.”
“Where I’m going has nothing to do with mercenaries.”
“Are you saying you won’t work as a mercenary?”
“It will be like that for a while.”
I might become a mercenary again someday. But not for at least a few years.
He spoke as if he had remembered Fuen next to him.
“Well, you can keep using the new certificate I made for you if you want. It can be recognized as a certificate up to level 3, so it was raised to level 3. You are now a silver mercenary guaranteed by the Face Mercenaries. Since you belong only in name, you can freely accept requests, but if you want a higher level, you have to go to the mercenary guild.”
“It’s enough.”
The request fee will increase if you become a level 2 mercenary, but becoming a level 2 mercenary at the age of fourteen will stand out too much. This is enough for the time being.
Finn held onto Helmut’s arm and let it hang down.
“Hey, now that I think about it, what are you going to do with Hanteok? You decided to shoot. Is this how it goes?”
Wouldn’t it be more likely that Helmut would have more regrets about what he was going to shoot than about himself? Helmut was slightly suspicious.
I never said that, but I decided to leave some room.
“Someday.”
“That means we can see each other again someday, right? “Where are you going?”
“Finn, stop it. “You bastard, are you Helmut’s girlfriend!”
“No, you could ask me something!”
Tanya grabbed the back of Finn’s neck as he persistently asked. I don’t know what the circumstances are, but I didn’t mean to inquire.
Helmut decided not to remain with the Faith Mercenaries. When he leaves, he must be let go willingly, without asking anything.
That way, when you come back, you will be able to come back without any hesitation.
This boy is probably going to have a difficult path. Tanya hoped that his future would not be lonely.
“Thank you so much.”
This is sincere. Tanya grinned, showing her teeth. It was her signature lively smile.
“I was truly grateful. Because I survived thanks to you. “I really wish I could see you again.”
Helmut did not answer but slightly bowed his head.
I will never forget the favor she gave him when he was unconscious and at his weakest moment. Not only she, but also this group of Pace mercenaries.
“Helmut, live well!”
“be healthy!”
“Hey, you must come to my store later! Understand?”
Helmut walked away, turning away from the greetings pouring in from the Face Mercenaries.
One side of my chest felt a little tingly. People I met for the first time in the human world. I was lucky to meet them. It’s short, but it feels a bit affectionate. When I see you feel this way.
However, it is not good for them to become entangled with the person with the sprout of darkness. I don’t know what will happen next, so let’s end this for now.
That’s why I didn’t say where I was going. Helmut’s destination was actually not a place that needed to be hidden.
‘Someday.’
Helmut repeated those words. As long as he lives as a prosecutor, the day will come when he will face them again.
Now it was a solo trip. Not as a member of a mercenary group.
It takes about 15 days to reach the destination. A fourteen-year-old boy traveling alone is a good target for predators.
“I look forward to what will happen in the future.”
A fierce smile crossed his lips. If possible, I wish I had a chance to pull out this sword.
With a fierce determination, Helmut set out on a new journey.
