Omniscient First-Person’s Viewpoint

“Wow, Sangahwan! This is a precious elixir that can only be made with the essence of an elephant!”

Hilde, who had been sniffing, was amazed when she realized the identity of the elixir. There were things that I really admired, but I was trying to get the conversation going by showing the reaction the other person wanted.

It was an ordinary social skill, but the opponent was a regressor who was the furthest from mediocre. The regressor replied indifferently.

“that’s right.”

“How did you get it? Elephants take special care of the corpses of their own kind, so they say it’s hard to pick up freshly dead ones!”

“Where did you pick it up?”

“Wow. It’s a really insincere answer that comes out of the will that I don’t want to tell you! They said they picked up the drinker, they said they picked up the elixir. What on earth do you all believe in and be with this person?”

Tyr received Hilde’s grumbling.

“Answer me with affection, and if affection is lacking, I will add it as hateful affection. It’s not much, but it fits impressively.”

‘Ugly affection…?’

The shocking part is strange, you. Of course it’s ugly. Will it be sweet?

“By the way, Shay. I heard that the elixir should be taken in a comfortable and stable state as much as possible.”

“that’s right.”

“However, no matter how much I think about it, I don’t think it’s a ‘stable state’ on top of a wagon that shakes so wildly. Before taking the elixir, shouldn’t we move Hugh to a place where it won’t be shaken first?”

“It should be.”

“For example, a comfortable and calm place like my coffin is enough…”

‘My coffin is like my body. Even the slightest vibration can be eliminated at all. Huhu, I wanted to put Human in the coffin. A good opportunity has come.’

“Oh, that can’t be. It’s better to do it on the ground to digest energy.”

“…why?”

“Your energy doesn’t settle well when you’re in motion. In particular, I had a bit of a problem using Gong Qigong with that energy. If possible, it is better to stop and absorb slowly.”

“Even my coffin?”

“Even if it’s a coffin, doesn’t it move the same?”

Tyr, a little disappointed, replied bluntly.

“If you do, we won’t stop, so we won’t have to take the elixir on vacation.”

“no. It’s slowly losing me too. Now that it’s within the scope of the power of the nations, let’s take a break and go. Isn’t the Golem’s communication range already limited?”

The golem just held on to the steering wheel without answering. Seeing that there is not even noise, it seems that the limit has been found long ago.

“Didn’t you say you were busy? Do you have any reason to rest?”

“Yes. Many countries like to go out during the day. If you see it once, you’ll probably know right away…”

That’s it too.

The nations are the land where everything changes. Even the terrain is no exception. Today, which is no different from yesterday, does not promise an unchanging tomorrow. This is the land of disbelief where you can’t believe in anything because everything changes.

“excuse me. Because it seems like someone made a camp. Let’s hear it.”

The regressor muttered when he saw a bonfire shining in the distance and the shadows of people blurring from it.

Usually in a strange land, if you meet a stranger, you will be wary. However, in the countries where everyone wanders, everything is unfamiliar and everyone other than oneself is a stranger. Even if it’s strange, if you face it often, you’ll get used to it.

Until we got closer, they were not more alert than necessary. They just watched while riding on their own mount so that they could escape at any time.

“there. I want to ask you something…”

However, the moment the Cataphract fully appeared under the lights, they ran away without looking back.

Ten or so mounts were scattered in all directions. The movements of each other using each other as bait are even in perfect order. The regressor clicked his tongue as he saw those fleeing like rats.

“Chit. I was going to ask for directions. Are you wary of riding a Cataphract?”

“Cataphracts don’t matter. Strange-looking mounts are common in many countries.”

In other words, nothing special except Juggernaut. Wanting to take a quick elixir and rest, I ordered while grunting with muscle pain.

“Mr Shay. Okay, take out some clutter. It’s the least precious thing, so it doesn’t matter what kind it is, as long as it’s bulky. Cover it with Tyr Dark to make it look sheepish. Ajay you… yes. Just go upstairs and sit down.”

“uh? why?”

“They ran away because our cart looked empty. We need to make it look as rich as possible, even now.”

“Then maybe they’re trying to rob us?”

“At least you wouldn’t think we would rob it. A satiated beast tends to be generous.”

Following my words, the regressor took out the alchemy steel from his pocket and piled it up. Tyr also covered him with darkness. Aji jumped up and sat on it.

Our cataphract looked like a treasure mountain as Aji sat atop a mountain of clutter, bathed in the light of a bonfire. The regressor didn’t like the look.

“It’s like a seungnyang who came back after doing something right.”

“The purpose is to look like that. Because what the nations fear most is a neighbor who is hungry, and what they like most is a neighbor who is full. Especially when the neighbor is so full that he can’t even eat more.”

“A hungry neighbor is something to be afraid of, because you don’t know what he will do, but why a neighbor who is full?”

“Because the boat is full, you won’t think of splitting other people’s boats. If I parted, I parted.”

It was as I said. The wildcats that had fled hovered over us from a distance, then sneaked back when the Cataphract was covered in darkness and appeared to be full of something.

“Are you really coming back?”

“Looks like there’s no room for anything else in the luggage compartment, right? You’d think rationally that we wouldn’t be greedy for them. They have nothing and we have no space to contain it.”

It was as I said. A man who was clearly approaching raised his head and shouted.

“Are you on the way to come after a long time in the military?”

In this case, it would be better for me to take over than the regressor. Instead of the regressor, he stood up and waved.

“that’s right. Are you on your way now?”

“Of course not! The looting guarantee came down the other day!”

“Guaranteed loot?”

At my question, the man looked at me with suspicious eyes and asked.

“Don’t you know about looting guarantees?”

‘The right to promise to buy all of the items I looted in bulk. It is plunder guaranteed by the Golden Palace. It’s an opportunity to grab a piece without worrying about being taken away, and there are many people going with you, so it’s safe. But even though they don’t have it, they come across the border and have fun?’

It’s the right to guarantee the things you plundered because you’re afraid they’ll be taken away. What strange rights do you have? Plus, it’s amazing that it can actually move people.

Anyway, since I’ve read it, I’ll answer.

“I don’t know. Isn’t that insurance that covers looted items?”

“I know why…”

“But why do you need that? How much did you usually take care of that and pillage it if you weren’t confident?”

When I glanced at her, Hilde understood my intentions, smiled menacingly, and breathed life. The energy that spreads through the base space of the dry air hole sharply stabs the skin. The man, shrunken by Hilde’s spirit, thought while trembling.

‘Awesome momentum…! Not just a jackdaw! It’s a predator! You’d better stop thinking about stealing!’

The man, who was worried about betraying us, changed his mind and made a fuss.

“You are brave! You are amazing!”

“I just need to know. I just let you know so that nothing bothers each other.”

‘I’m sure you shouldn’t even dream of stealing things. Well, as long as we’re going to go to the military, there’s no reason to touch the beehive if we don’t touch it…’

The man gestured to mean that it was okay, and the wildcats who had escaped followed suit and gathered around the camp. Numerous mounts regrouped in a circle around the bonfire.

Wood in all countries has a high caloric value, so a small bonfire is enough to keep everyone warm. It was the camping method of wanderers from all over the world to gather in a circle like this, block the wind, and pitch a tent with each vehicle as a pillar.

The sunset was still setting, but there was no need to rush forward. In a country where everything changes, the only thing you can trust is your own two eyes, and even a little bit of darkness increases the chance of an accident exponentially. Even if the body is intact after learning qigong, if the vehicle is damaged, it is the same as dying.

Taeyang is going home from work, so I order everyone under me to get ready to go to sleep. then you should follow It’s getting dark, so let’s take some elixir and rest.

“That’s Okay. look at the work.”

As I turned around and went in, the hesitant man gathered up the courage to talk to me.

“There. With all due respect, can I ask you one question?”

“What is it?”

“Is steel really rolling on the ground in the military? Steel smelted with magic?”

Is that a question that you mustered up the courage to ask? I looked into the man’s eyes and read his thoughts.

‘I’m going to the military after hearing rumors, but if there’s nothing to steal there, it’s difficult. I should be able to run away, but if I go that far and come back empty-handed, it’s as good as dying!’

It was the first time I had ever heard such a determined resolution while going out to plunder.

Let’s see. He is a man of nations. My favorite is steel, which is easy to convert. Or alchemy is an easy substance. Alchemy would be nice too. However, I wouldn’t value it as much as the military. It’s just the best that’s heavy and useful.

If so, which answer would be correct?

“It is a little different. Rather than rolling around, they grow all over the country like plants.”

“Poetry plants? Like a tree?”

“Streetlights and fences suddenly rise. They say that alchemy steel is also used for the pillars of buildings? So go with the heart of a woodcutter rather than a warrior. That would make it much better.”

“Oh oh! thank you! I will listen to valuable information!”

“Well, I didn’t give you the information with my mouth, but we also have something to ask.”

“Ask me anything!”

They gave me the answer I wanted and laid the board. I wiggled my finger at the regressor.

“Mr Shay. Come see the ball. I will pitch a tent.”

“okay.”

‘… um. I mean, it’s useful. It’s not a threat by force, but you can draw out information so naturally from someone you meet for the first time, right? To the seungnyang from all over the world who will try to stab you in the back at every opportunity?’

yes, could you do the opposite?

And that’s it. I envy you. It’s easier to threaten with force than bother to read the other person’s mind and fabricate the answer you want.

When I left the regressor and returned to the Cataphract area, Hilde had already set up the tent. Not skilful, even quick. It is said that Jangseong is not good at construction work, but is it different if it is Jangseong Fortress?

As soon as I pushed back the tent door and entered, Hilde and Sosogo put their hands together and greeted me.

“Good work, father! welcome!”

“I’ve been there. Whoa. Be tough.”

Tyr’s coffin was parked on one side, and Aji was stretching his back in the other corner. I slumped down on a seat covered with two blankets. Hilde sighed as she placed the water cup and lantern in front of me.

“I never thought that an order from the Golden Palace would come down. It can be confusing near the border. What should I do because I feel sorry for the military people?”

Curious Tyr asked.

“What is the looting guarantee?”

I answered while washing my hands and feet with the water Hilde scooped out.

“Um, it’s complicated to explain. Simply put, I’m ordering you to rob this guy. Then the wildcats scattered all over the world hear the rumors and come in droves to bite them.”