episode_0054

======[Underground waterway]======

Evening of the 16th day.

The waterway, where only groundwater flowed like a river, was seething with intense excitement.

The usual silence is everywhere.

The sound of grunting breathing and the scent of the beast filled the underground space.

The fish in the waterway were scared and hid in the river bottom.

Three warriors. Twelve pureblood warriors. And there are thirteen mixed-blood warriors.

All of Milicia, now twenty-eight years old, had finally gathered here.

“Aren’t you trustworthy, Andrei?”

Boris grinned, showing his teeth.

With an expression like a child waiting for dinner.

“Well……yeah. Right. It’s truly trustworthy.”

Andrei hesitated a little, then glanced at Boris and agreed.

‘There’s no need to break morale.’

The old bear already knew.

That most of them will die tonight, whether they achieve their goal or not.

There was no way out for those who attacked the capital of the empire.

Perhaps because Boris was still young, he was smiling, imagining only revenge and the joy of battle.

no. He probably knows it too. I just don’t care.

Milicia was originally an organization created for this purpose.

An arrow that will break after being fired towards the empire.

That was Milicia.

“So, what should I do now? Inferior mixed race people are already ready to commit anything.”

“That’s what I’m going to explain now.”

In response to Natalia’s question, Boris turned to her and raised one hand.

Out of five fingers, only three are extended.

“Divide the unit into three. Me, Andrei, and Natalia are in charge of each command. They are called raiders, death squads, and action squads, respectively.”

“Do your best…”

Andrei muttered quietly at the disturbing tone.

Perhaps, he will fall while fighting fiercely in the most dangerous place.

It is a wonderful death that I did not wish for.

“Tie the enemy’s feet, throw the system into chaos, take out the younger ones, and then attack the original target. Detailed plans……”

Boris told them the detailed operation plan.

The prisoners who had been listening quietly began to purr and laugh when Boris finished speaking.

“…Not a bad plan. So, when can I start?”

“At midnight, Natalia pulls the signal… Okay, that should be in about 20 minutes. That will be the signal for a full-fledged festival.”

Boris, who answered Andrei’s question, looked at everyone and spread his arms wide.

While being thrilled with myself and inciting them.

In a voice filled with strong confidence.

“The time has finally come. Warriors! A glorious day when we will achieve just revenge with our own hands, not anyone else’s! For our ancestors who were exiled to the harsh earth, for our compatriots who were murdered and enslaved! The moment to burn down the abominable human empire!”

A long howl rang out.

The warriors howled wildly in response.

“Today we will leave claw marks on this world with our blood! I will engrave a scar that will never be erased!”

The pillars of the waterway trembled from the roar of the beasts.

Three hours later, a fierce fire broke out across the island.

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“Hashall! Wake up, Hashalr! It’s an emergency!”

Nigel’s yelling woke me up.

It was a voice full of urgency and astonishment that I had never heard before.

I woke up shakily out of bed, still a little half-asleep.

“…What is this emergency?”

“Look outside! The system…!”

At Nigel’s words, I pulled back the curtain and looked out the window.

and.

“What is it? This is…!”

At the sight that unfolded before my eyes, all my sleep was gone.

The system was on fire.

Fierce fires were burning here and there in the once splendid city, spitting out ash and smoke.

The screams of people running away from the fire rang out faintly.

The city where night never comes was now brighter than the day.

It looked familiar.

Because I’ve seen this scene in the game.

The problem is, that’s what happened when Hershela attacked the islands.

Not now.

“What the hell happened? Nigel!”

“I don’t know either! Was it an accident or arson? Suddenly, fire broke out across the islands! Arm yourself first! I will find out the situation and come back!”

The sound of Nigel running became distant.

I quickly grabbed my equipment. My fingertips trembled with embarrassment.

why.

At this point, a conflagration in the system? Who the hell…

no way.

A shiver ran down my spine as the realization flashed through my mind.

I guess not. No way. no. no way. why.

All kinds of thoughts are pounding in my head, and cold sweat is dripping down my cheeks.

There’s no way that’s happening at this point.

There’s no way I would have made that decision at this point.

After all, there is no reason for the beastmen to have such a group and hasten the attack.

Even if such a riot were to occur, it would not be long before it was suppressed once the knights of the system arrived.

The reason why this variable occurs is-

ah.

My head turned completely white.

My breathing stopped.

there was.

Just one foreign object that fell into this world.

If something in this world changed, there was only one reason from the beginning.

There was only one person to blame.

I looked out the window again.

The capital of the empire, with screams echoing in flames.

Even time to think was a luxury.

I gritted my teeth and ran out of the room.

—-

“Nigel! What is the situation?”

“Unidentified attackers are said to have committed arson simultaneously throughout the islands! First of all, knights from the imperial palace will be dispatched to suppress the situation, so academy students will be on standby-”

“You don’t know his identity? Just look at it -”

Before I could finish speaking, a loud noise sounded as if the sky was collapsing.

Nigel and I both turned our heads at the same time.

North of the Islands.

A corner of the palace’s brilliantly sparkling outer wall collapsed like a sand castle.

It was a moment when an unforgettable scar was engraved on the symbol of the empire that no one had touched for hundreds of years.

“What on earth is that…?”

Nigel’s eyes trembled.

I too was thrilled by this new realization.

It’s not just because the wall collapsed.

That’s something even me and Nigel can do.

Milicia’s great battle would also be capable of such sabotage.

The problem was the fact that the imperial palace was attacked.

It’s a bucket.

If this happens, the knights of the empire will have no choice but to flock to the imperial palace.

Because nothing is more important to them than the safety of the imperial family.

So, who is responsible for putting out fires in the islands?

There is only one answer.

Academy students will be sent out.

Disperse as the enemy wants.

no.

It must be stopped. At least until the enemy’s identity is properly known.

For some reason, the Academy doesn’t seem to know that their enemies are beastmen yet.

I tried to run towards the main building, but my steps stopped for a moment.

Wait, wait.

So what happens here?

The purpose of these guys was originally to be a special officer.

In the original, it is defeated without significant damage. At that time, there must have been all special admission students in the special building.

Fernet, Calix, Lacey, Friede, Asha. And even the guy who said it was Evian.

There were probably escorts from Calix, Lacey, and Evian as well.

But now there are only three.

Fernet. Friede. Asha.

The enemy’s attack was too fast. I never thought they would attack a month early.

No, I was complacent.

The day I heard Friede’s words, I should have acted immediately instead of brushing off the suspicions I felt at that time.

Don’t wait two days!

With just those three people, can we stop the special force that will come here?

That can’t be possible.

So, what should I do?

My fingertips were shaking. I don’t even have time to think deeply.

Danger is approaching even at this moment, and the number of victims will increase.

He ran to the stable, untied the horse’s reins, and raised the saddle.

Nigel hurriedly chased after him.

“Hashalar? Where are you going?”

“This is the main building. I’ll go to the general students’ side, Nigel, you stay in the special section!”

“What are you saying…! My mission is to guard Hashal!”

She objected vehemently. It was a valid rebuttal.

Since she doesn’t know how things work, she’ll try to protect me for now.

There was no time to explain in detail.

Before the academy made the foolish decision to expel regular students, I had to go and stop them right away.

Even if it raises doubts.

“This is an order! It’s a bucket of enemies. You have to protect both sides!”

“Enemy? diversion? Are you really saying that the purpose of that arson was the academy? On what basis…!”

“I’ll tell you later! First, let Friede know, then gather together and defend this place! I’ll be back soon too!”

I planned to report the danger to the general office and then return.

If the enemies find out that they are beastmen, they will at least not disperse them even if they send out ordinary students.

Perhaps professors will also accompany us.

After that, we deal with the people who attacked the special building as quickly as possible, and then deal with the people who helped the regular students set the system on fire.

This was the best solution I could think of right now.

“Hmm, I’m pretty quick-witted…Is it just an instinctive intuition? Anyway, I can’t leave it like that.”

Suddenly, the scent of animals assaulted my nose.

Nigel was shocked and took out his spear.

Nonsense. You deceived my senses and approached this distance?

Unable to hide my astonishment, I looked towards the direction from which the voice came.

The outer wall of the academy.

Seven shadows stood on the brick fence behind the burning island.

A huge body almost like a monster. A muscular body covered in fur. A head in the shape of a beast.

Monsters wearing armor appropriate for their size and carrying huge weapons.

“Hashalar, please be careful. Those guys…!”

Nigel’s voice suddenly quieted down.

As if it were a difficult crisis situation to handle.

…I felt the same way.

“…Suin.”

Also, pure-blooded beast warriors.

“Yes, you got it right. We are Milic. The first arrow of Varyacruz, a kingdom of bitter cold. Claws that will kill you!”

A wolf-like beast standing in the center rang its neck.

He raised his hand and pointed at his chest as if in greeting.

“My name is Ivanov. The head of Milicia and the great warrior of Varyacruz. It’s Boris Ivanov!”

A long roar rang out.

It was a familiar name.

If it were like the original, he would be the main culprit who would attack the new students and slaughter most of them.

Black Wolf Ivanov.