00619 Night Of Theater. ————————————————– ———————-=
Five days had already passed since the Northern Expedition began its attack on the 3rd region.
It was a strategy that initially began with concern and anxiety. However, after Kim Yu-hyeon designed the ‘Scarecrow Effect’ of putting a giant in the lead, the Northern Expedition’s attack continued to go smoothly. Only a few strange birds were spotted wandering the sky from time to time, and the fifth day’s advance was not much different from the previous day.
So, is the current strategy of presenting giants as scarecrows working? Are other monsters afraid of attacking the giants who have made their home in these three regions? really?
It cannot be said that it has very little impact. However, it is difficult to say that it is 100% based on that alone.
The fact that the Northern Expedition is currently able to advance without hesitation must be considered in relation to the region it is currently passing through.
Kim Soo-hyun was like that. They said they would reach the attack point within 6 days at the earliest, or 8 days at the latest. The reason for the difference of two days was to keep in mind the time delay caused by encountering monsters during the march.
The northern expedition stayed in the same area for two days on the first day, but from then on they continued steadily heading south without a single interruption. If you do simple calculations, you can reach the strategy point within 2 to 3 days.
The important thing is that the strategy point here refers to the ‘home of the giants.’ In other words, the area currently passing through is not only affected by the Scarecrow Giant, but also by all the giants commanding the 3rd area.
This can be seen as the decisive reason why the smooth advance was possible until now. Unless it is a monster that can fly, what monster would roam around an area where the influence of giants is strong?
If you think about it that way, as the Northern Expedition got closer to the attack point, cruising may have become inevitable.
however.
On the bright side, that’s it.
Whatever it is, it would be a very long shot to hope that this luck would continue until the end of the strategy.
Users know it too.
As long as we have entered the Steel Mountains, as long as we have confirmed the appearance of monsters, and as long as we have confirmed that they are intelligent beings.
Someday, no, in the near future, I will have to face a monster. Or that we can face it even at this very moment. With the giants, the strongest fighting race that dominates the 3rd region.
So users do not relax. There is no doubt that the cruising of Jingun feels good, but we cannot slacken off. This is because we are fully aware that the smoothness we are enjoying now could end in just one second. As such, I am just grateful for the current situation and gradually preparing for when my luck ends.
“stop! This is a stop order! He says he will end his march here!”
“Everyone, prepare for camp! and… .”
Just like that, the fifth day came to an end.
*
Sunset, late afternoon.
(Oh wait, wait a minute!)
(Wait a moment. Let’s go quickly. Are you ready?)
(Actually, I’m not ready yet….)
(No, what preparation do you need?)
A voice is constantly heard coming from the center of the camp through a crystal ball. If a user who does not know the situation sees this, their eyes will widen as they wonder what is going on. Because where the voice came from, a man and a giant were arguing.
When you see them like that, it seems like they’ve become quite close, but the fact that they’re fighting is just ridiculous. The giant was hugging her pillar and shaking her head, saying he didn’t want to go, and the man was holding her arm tightly and giving her strength, as if he was trying to force the giant to go. Well, that doesn’t mean the giant will be dragged away.
But, how on earth did this happen? Why did the giant, who was supposed to be tied to a pillar after the march, suddenly lose all restraints on his body? And what do you mean by preparation?
(Aftereffects.)
In the end, Kim Yu-hyeon seemed to have given up on dragging her along and let out a deep sigh. Then Kushan, who was holding on tightly to her pillar, glanced back and blinked. Kim Yu-hyeon stared blankly into Kushan’s clear eyes, which showed not a speck of stain.
(…is that because of what you said back then?)
(…….)
There is no answer. However, there is a saying that silence is positivity.
In fact, the reason the two species(?) are doing this right now was because of a request. Kushan was in a position where he had to grant Kim Yu-hyeon one favor on the condition that he tell him the news about his father. And Kim Yu-hyeon ordered none other than ‘to lightly spar with the users once.’
Kim Yu-hyeon expected Kushan to accept his request without hesitation. Because aren’t giants a race that enjoys battle? Of course, light sparring cannot be equated with combat, but at least it can be considered to be included in the category.
However, contrary to expectations, Kushan showed reluctance to Kim Yu-hyun’s request.
(Well, I told you. No matter how light the sparring is… for me…)
Kushan mumbled and trailed off.
The reason for this is that it is related to the curse that the gods placed on the giants a very long time ago.
‘I will grant you madness.’
‘You will be faithful to your heart.’
If you look at the Kushan when you first discovered it, you will quickly understand. Kushan at that time did not have clear eyes or a simple attitude like he does now. Rather, it flashed a red light, dripped blood, and showed itself barbarically murdering the monster.
(I heard you can control it to some extent?)
(That’s because not everyone is like that. People who have lived for a long time can control it on their own, but in my case, it’s a bit ambiguous… Ah, I guess it’s still a bit lacking.)
(You mean it’s not a life-threatening battle, but a light sparring? There are no users who will be hostile towards you in this sparring, so you won’t lose your temper.)
(Oh my. That’s easier said than done. Even if the other person doesn’t express hostility, there are times when they react in their own way.)
A frustrated voice is heard, as if asking if you don’t understand. However, Kim Yu-hyeon persistently persuaded him.
(But don’t worry. Even if you lose your temper, we can easily subdue you. The humans waiting now are quite strong, right?)
(…I don’t think it will be very strong.)
(What, what?)
(I think it would be very weak…)
Kushan glanced at Kim Yu-hyeon and said.
In fact, considering the proportion of ‘horsepower’ in user information, it was not unreasonable for Kushan to think so. Giants are a race that is flawless in physical terms, but is not innately blessed with magical powers. Flowing blood has a very strong magic resistance ability, but in return, it doesn’t feel anything about magic power.
Kim Yu-hyeon was no exception.
(I feel quite ignored. Don’t look at me funny.)
(I’m not saying I’m ignoring it, I’m just saying that I should try it.)
(What are you talking about? I admit that your power is strong, but power is not everything in this world. It would be better not to take it lightly.)
(swimming….)
The giant opened his mouth slightly as if he was okay with it, but he still did not let go of the pillar. I don’t think I’ll ever go anyway. In the end, Kim Yu-hyeon decided to change her ways.
(Are you really going to do this? We promised, no, we negotiated. If it was going to be like this, you shouldn’t have told us first.)
(Hmm. But you said you don’t have to listen to it, right?)
(You want to come out like this? Hmm… Now that I think about it, I think there was some other news about Kushan Tor…)
(What, what?)
Kushan responded immediately. Kim Yu-hyeon grinned as if she knew that would happen.
(I’ll tell you when I get there.)
(Chi, it’s disgusting!)
(Yes, I am mean. But you are also mean.)
(Profit! This is different!)
Kushan made a noise as if he had nothing to say. However, Kim Yu-hyeon tilted her head and shrugged her shoulders as if asking what she was going to do. Kushan’s cheeks became puffy.
However, as if there were no other words for the word father, Kushan soon slowly removed his hand and turned around. There is a lot of dissatisfaction in every action. Kim Yu-hyeon, who was watching Kushan like that, suddenly burst into light laughter.
(haha.)
(Why, why are you smiling?)
(It’s just that this situation suddenly felt funny. What are we doing now? Hahaha.)
(I don’t find it funny at all.)
As Kushan was still grumbling loudly, Kim Yu-hyeon slowly stopped laughing. And scratched her head with an apologetic look on her face.
(Sorry. But, when I look at you, someone comes to mind.)
(yes?)
(Yes. Now that I think about it, his behavior is exactly like yours.)
(……?)
The voice suddenly quiets down. Only then did Kushan, who was dissatisfied, widen his eyes.
It was then.
A faint light passed across Kim Yu-hyeon’s face as he looked at Kushan for a very brief moment. It was as if she was thinking of someone and missing them.
For a moment, there was silence.
(…who is it?)
Kushan, who could not wait, asked cautiously. Then, suddenly (oops), Kim Yu-hyeon was in her sight. Her eyes widened and opened and she shook her head. And after a while, she smiled softly at the curious Kushan.
(I’ll let you know when I get there too.)
(profit!)
*
On the outskirts of the campsite, about 30 people were gathered in a wide open space. These are commander-level users who are in charge of some Hamill Clan members and other clan lords. Today, Kim Yu-hyeon was invited to Dalian, which was hosted under the pretext of ‘sample analysis’.
However, despite the long-awaited sample analysis, the complexion of commander-level users was not so bright. Rather, it has a shady appearance. And they even started whispering to each other with slightly anxious faces. Is something going on?
anyway.
A slight clutter arose in the vacant lot, but as soon as Kim Yu-hyeon and Kushan approached from afar, the commotion immediately died down. Of course, some users were surprised to see the giant unshackled from her, but she did not react too much. Even though Kim Yu-hyeon’s assurances were just words, she said that Kushan had been showing some actions, and she had users lined up all over the place to prepare for an emergency. You can see it, but you just don’t.
Soon, Kim Yu-hyeon and Kushan arrived.
Since we had already talked about it, the process went quickly. As Kushan stands in the center of the clearing, a well-built man strides out from across the street. As the user who would first spar with Kushan, although he was shorter than a giant, he was a sturdy man with a height of over 190 cm and a stocky physique. Other users just watch calmly.
(Now, it’s not a battle. It’s just sparring with each other. Please understand this clearly.)
Before entering the actual sparring, Kim Yu-hyeon gave a brief explanation.
Suddenly, the man who looked back at Kim Yu-hyeon for a moment moved his neck. She makes eye contact for a moment, then takes a deep breath and looks back at Doro Kushan. At that moment, as he pulled out his spear and aimed it at her back, the man’s attitude changed completely.
“All right. Well, it looks pretty sturdy… . It’s all very gentle. Hehehe!”
(Omnes Rectus. Etiam Eget Est Satis Fortis…. Kkajit Ego Lenis. Heuheu!)
Kim Yu-hyeon still had the crystal ball activated. The crystal sphere forcibly translates every word it hears. In other words, it was obvious that the man’s words just now were also heard by the giant. The narrowing of Kushan’s eyes was the proof of that.
(It is said that the opponent is the youngest among the giant clan. Take that into account and do not overdo it.)
Even Kim Yu-hyeon.
(Oops. Then, isn’t this a good match for me? If you want to deal with me, wouldn’t you have to bring the best warrior of the clan? Hahaha!)
(But don’t let your guard down too much.)
The man boasted again and laughed loudly.
The sounds that keep getting on Kushan’s nerves are translated one by one. As a proud race that has ruled the Third Region of the Iron Mountains for thousands of years, I would be lying if I said that statement did not feel arrogant.
Kushan almost lost his temper for a moment, but calmly composed himself. At least when it comes to ‘battle’, giants don’t speak out loud. The species called giants is what they show through their actions the moment they open their mouths.
(then….)
And after a while.
(start.)
Starting with Kim Yu-hyeon’s words, the curtain rose on the performance under the pretense of sparring.
—————————= Review of the work ——————– ——-=
I was thinking of writing a little more, but I thought it would be too late, so I stopped posting. haha.
Well, this is a side note.
Dear readers. What do you think of giants? Of course, his full appearance will be in the next episode, but what do readers think of the giant called Kushan? I’m curious about this.
Kim Soo-hyun used to be like this. Whether it’s nature or battle, giants are people you want to have as companions if possible.
I wonder if you all think so too. 🙂
fantasy,
