#451
Helmut
Episode 451
Three days later, Heike and Antiol joined them. With reliable research results.
The largest conference in history had yet to take place.
The Grand Duke of Rinosa and Charlotte, the Black Wing Knight Commander Alonso, the Crown Prince, Asuka, Levina and Agato, three high priests named Romlo, and Helmut’s party.
A small meeting was held where only the people involved in this matter gathered together.
This time, as always, it was an uncomfortable position. This was especially true for his ministers.
We have to listen to the results of the investigation by the two public archmages of the temple.
Even the people who caused the collapse of the sacred barrier know more about it than themselves.
The ministers held their positions, suppressing humiliation and discomfort.
Their mission from Lumen reminded them of the reason to endure this absurd situation.
In particular, High Priest Agato was not comfortable with Helmut.
Wasn’t Agato pierced in the abdomen by his sword?
He also clearly saw the death of the high priest Paul. That sight was so horrifying that it made me sick.
Afterwards, it was Agato who was taken to Linosa and had to undergo a difficult imprisonment.
The news that he had returned alive brought unexpected joy to the temple.
Although Linosa demanded huge compensation, the temple is rich.
What they lost was their power, not their enormous wealth, so that amount was not a problem.
Although he deserved a rest now that he was back, Agato had not been able to properly rest for even two days.
How could a high priest rest in the face of a crisis that could lead to the temple’s destruction?
Without even having time to compose himself, he had to stay in this position. He buried all those moments.
As soon as everyone was seated, Antiol got to the point without hesitation.
“The sacred barrier will collapse 54 days from now. This is the earliest estimate, so it may be slower than that, but I don’t think it will get any faster. “Although the rate of collapse is accelerating, resistance is formidable.”
His eyes glanced towards the high priests.
“It looks like Lumen will do everything in its power to stop the Demon Lord until the end.”
The expressions of the ministers turned cold.
I don’t like the situation where the temple’s exploits mention Lumen.
High Priest Agato opened his mouth reluctantly.
“Are you going to come out and fight too?”
It was Heike who answered.
“Of course. The warlock loses his senses and obeys the devil. The power built up in that way is not needed by the Archmage. “How can I look higher with power that is not entirely mine?”
“You are like that, but ordinary wizards have powers that are easily corrupted.”
It was High Priest Levina who pointed it out. Xian raised his hand.
“The imperial family gave us a large piece of land near the islands, so we are producing Rosetta roots. It is said that the effects of awakening also affect humans. Of course, to beings with dark powers.”
He even subtly attacked the monster, but the priests did not realize it.
“The collected Rosetta roots will be mass-produced into pills that are easy to eat in cooperation with the Wizards Association.”
“Here is a report on the effects of Rosetta’s roots, please take note.”
Heike handed out papers.
She had been busy catching monsters in Basor and experimenting on them.
Igrell even took care of catching the monster.
Perhaps because they were not the same bird, Igrel had no sense of brotherhood.
“We approached the center of the sacred barrier a few days ago.”
Helmut explained what they saw at the center of the sacred barrier.
About that black circle that eats away at the sacred barrier.
High Priest Agato spoke as if sighing.
“It is the devil’s will. As the sacred barrier completely collapses, the Demon King will be resurrected. And all the monsters in Pahe Forest will be under the Demon King’s powerful mental control.”
High Priest Levina received the message.
“The Demon King was scattered as fragments of demonic energy over a long period of time, influencing the human world in numerous forms. “The temple has desperately tried to prevent it, but the demonic spirit has probably already finished understanding this world.”
“It means you know how to conquer this world.”
Grand Duke Rinosa stroked his chin. The atmosphere was all serious.
The crown prince, who had been listening to the story in silence, came forward.
“54 days. Right now, I should be thankful that it’s not tomorrow. “It gave us time to prepare.”
It was Charlotte who opened her mouth next.
“There is time to prepare, but it is not that long. A large-scale meeting is to explain the situation and get them to join. “We have to decide how to fight.”
Everyone who could know the most efficient way to deal with the enemy was here.
The people of the temple with memories from a thousand years ago, Helmut and his companions who know the Forest of Pahe well.
And one more thing.
Squeak.
The window opened, and a cat came in.
This is the imperial palace. Each window is not handled carelessly.
A voice came out of nowhere from the unusual cat that appeared after easily breaking the window’s defense spell.
[Why don’t you join me too? Forest of digging is my specialty.]
“Elaga.”
Helmut called his name in embarrassment.
I told him to stay still until the story progresses, but he insists on interfering again.
I didn’t hear anything wrong. It seems like things are getting more and more arbitrary.
Everyone was shocked by Elaga’s appearance. The crown prince pointed his finger at Elaga.
“What on earth is a cat talking?”
[Guess.]
Levina, seeing Elaga’s white fur, immediately stood up from her seat.
His identity was discovered through the unique insight of the High Priest.
“… … No way, you!”
[huh? Do you know me?]
Elaga’s eyes lit up as if she knew nothing.
Divine power bloomed from Levina’s body.
However, Elaga’s reaction was sour.
[Put it aside. You can’t hurt me with your power anyway. I’m warning you, if you attack me, I will hit you too. Very painful.]
The voice was loose, even though it was a threat.
Levina immediately raised her wand.
“Isn’t this the monster that invaded the temple? What the hell… … “The monster is here, disguised!”
Levina, who guessed that this monster was related to Rinosa, looked at Helmut and Prince Rinosa alternately as if demanding an explanation.
I was planning on speaking right after the meeting was over and I couldn’t even leave, but I got caught too early.
Why on earth did you show up here? Helmut and Area glared at Elaga.
However, Elaga calmly denied it.
[Ah, the invasion of the temple. That’s not me.]
“Do not lie! This magical feeling… … “I swear to Lumen, it’s definitely you!”
It was the keenness of a high minister.
Levina was the most sensitive to demonic energy among the high priests.
Enough to be able to distinguish between different demons, regardless of their quality or quantity.
Moreover, that monster was a leopard. Aren’t they the same cat family? It’s the perfect shape for camouflage.
Just as Helmut was about to step forward and explain, Elaga quickly shouted.
[I said no, well! That’s not me, that’s my brother!]
“… … “Brothers?”
Levina, who was ready for battle, lowered her raised staff slightly.
Agato, who had been standing over there, was suddenly standing next to her.
The two suspicious gazes were focused on Elaga. Elaga reacted calmly.
[Yes, he is my twin brother. They attacked the temple under the orders of the Demon King.]
Helmut’s excuse made him doubt whether Elaga was truly under the control of the Demon King.
It was a creative excuse for a monster.
Levina was furious.
“Are you telling me to believe that?”
[Oh well, that’s right. That guy was weak and fell under the devil’s control. They say that’s why they ran away without destroying the temple. If it were me, he would have been completely finished.]
A light appeared in Elaga’s eyes. The bodies of the ministers twitched.
[I’m telling you, I’m stronger than that guy.]
What is in front of you is a white cat.
It’s small and pretty, and not like a wild beast, it looks like something a noble family would cuddle up on while being cute.
However, the magical energy felt from that small body was unusual.
The high priests who were sensitive to demonic energy felt it more clearly.
“Are you trying to cover up your own actions with nonsense?”
High Priest Romlo raised his voice.
[Even in a human court, you can’t treat someone as a criminal until they’re found guilty, right? And for a conviction, there must be evidence. Do you have any proof that it’s me?]
Elaga stepped forward in a shameless manner. The whispering of evidence sounded even more suspicious.
But how do we know if this monster really has a twin?
There was a feeling, but no physical evidence. Because the opponent is a monster, I can’t think of it by human standards.
The chase for Elaga had already failed.
Levina raised suspicions toward Helmut.
“How can such a powerful monster… … . Could it be that they brought you out from the Forest of Pahe?”
There is no point in denying it. Helmut admitted obediently.
“I borrowed his strength to help me get out of the Forest of Pahe. Elaga is the most powerful monster in the Forest of Pahe, so it will be a great help.”
[that’s right. It’s a big help. Know that it is an honor to receive My help.]
“The most powerful monster in Pahe Forest? How can you trust such a monster!”
“Then wouldn’t it be dangerous if he turned into an enemy?”
No matter how much it was a robbery of an empty house, there was no way that a monster that so proudly invaded the temple alone was out of the ordinary.
As Agato and Levina expressed their shock and disapproval, there was an uproar all around them.
Helmut responded with a calm attitude.
“He is so strong that not even the Demon Lord can control him. And in preparation for that, wasn’t the Earth Spirit telling us the roots of Rosetta?”
“sure. If Elaga was dangerous, the earth spirit would have reacted as well.”
Sian added.
In fact, he didn’t know if the Earth Spirit would tell him such details. But maybe it is.
“He is an important force in the fight against the Demon King. “It is a monster that stood on the side of humans and fought against other monsters even in the Forest of Pahe, so there is no need to doubt.”
Helmut nailed it.
Antiol changed the topic as if it was no big deal.
“Now is the time to think about how to fight the Demon King.”
The ministers closed their mouths with disapproving expressions.
Helmut and the others were going down the drain as if there was no problem, but it felt like there was no point in holding on and hanging out there.
They knew very well that even if they fought that monster here, they would not be able to win.
