00257 Lets go, my love

[Quest Revenge on the Sword Saint! Revenge! Revenge! : You, who have harbored a desire for revenge against the Western Queen and Sword Saint Hayuri, now its time to reap the feelings youve suppressed. Return to her what youve suffered. (0/1)]

[Reward Access Permit to the Secret Shop, ???????]

Oh

Not a bad reward. It was not an access pa.s.s to the secret shop but an access permit. It was worth 5 million points since it meant I could enter anytime I wanted. A feeling of success, maybe. If this war ends smoothly, there should be acc.u.mulated points, and I might be able to bring in a few more decent artifacts.

The remaining reward was not yet revealed, but I thought it would probably be disclosed only after capturing the Sword Saint.

Roughly estimating, I thought it might be a completely new species evolution, weapon enhancement, or something like that. However, considering it wouldnt change anything to think about it now, I gave up thinking about this matter.

As I was quietly pleased, Jung Ha-yeon also smiled. I put magic into Mysteltainn again and started moving her because I wanted to play a prank on her.

Creating a V-sign with both hands, just like what Lee Wanyong did on the city wall, Ha-yeon blushed deeply. It was an unexpected and quiet behavior.

Although I didnt say anything, she probably knew it was because of this spear.

Ta Taesung, c-could you please e-explain?

Of course, its a unique artifact I could make thanks to you. It has the function of exerting dominance over surrounding plants for a certain period.

Oh I see.

Its not certain, but it seems your body is also cla.s.sified as a plant. Probably the reason why pregnancy doesnt work well.

Oh I see.

Ha-yeons expression at this moment was a bit downcast. Perhaps she might have thought that there was no hope for her body. However, that expression was quickly replaced. Something extraordinary seemed to have come to her mind, and she was looking at me with unusual eyes.

Taesung-ssi.

Yeah?

Perhaps is it possible?

What are you?

Somehow, I had a feeling of what Ha-yeon might be thinking about. If the spear had the ability to exert dominance over plants, it would naturally apply to Ha-yeon as well. If that was the case

Taes Taes Taesung-ssis seed to accept it, my my my egg

It was an explanation that couldnt be expressed, an extremely revolutionary idea. Whether she had thought of such an unprecedented method in the direst of circ.u.mstances, I couldnt be sure, but it couldnt be denied that there was a possibility. If I used magic to examine Ha-yeons body, understanding her physical structure wouldnt be a difficult task. Although it would be a matter of determining whether the internal structure was completely different from humans, thinking about the possibility of pregnancy between different species, their internal structures were likely to be quite similar.

Commanding the egg.

It was an absurd idea. Ha-yeons proposal was so bewildering that I felt like coughing in disbelief.

I-if it makes you uncomfortable b-but I I also want to have a child.

It was quite a gamble for her, who had never made any demands on me before. Although I didnt like the idea of having many children, I had already accepted them as family, so it didnt seem too bad.

Above all, I was very excited about the possibility of what the reward for her quest, a half, would be like. Even though Rava had some resemblance to me, and the future child of Chang Je-ri would likely resemble me as well, Ha-yeons child had a high chance of being an entirely new species. Especially the idea of a half born from the certain Green Skin pregnancy felt uniquely special. It was inevitable that my heart would flutter a bit.

After taking a deep breath, I opened my mouth.

After the war.

Y-yes!

Since the war was imminent, I hadnt dealt with Choi Seulgi yet. If, by any chance, we succeeded here, it might be my turn to face Seulgi.

If this attempt were to succeed, and we could definitively have a new child, it would bring about a strange feeling. The stakes would be raised a bit more.

Amidst Ha-yeon and me being caught up in such emotions, a faint voice of the goblin echoed.

If you have no more business, its probably best to go down now.

It seems that the att.i.tude has changed now that all the points have been spent. After nodding, I promptly closed the door to the item shop. Suddenly, my vision flipped, and it felt as if my body was falling downward. Ha-yeon probably returned to her original position as well.

Whew

I check my bodys condition. I read the quest again and, most importantly, squeeze Mysteltain with my hand.

Levatein, Dainsleif, Mysteltain three weapons that can be considered beyond the standard. I probably couldnt handle this greatsword before. I swing the spear once, and indeed, I feel a substantial force.

After taking out Levatein, I switch back to Mysteltain. In an instant, the Levatein in my hand transforms into Mysteltain. Swinging the spear down on the ground:

Quaddddukk

With a sound, a quite large dent appears.

Hmm

Leaving behind the humans of the northern part who stare at me blankly, I move my steps. Before the war breaks out, spending time with the tribe members seemed like the best option.

Despite being a temporary fort of the Blood Dagger Clan, located below the wall, it appeared quite small compared to Brothers Land. Nevertheless, looking at those fellows who managed a relatively decent life, I felt grateful.

For the Blood Dagger!

As I pa.s.s by, the orcs naturally look at my face.

Hakajin.

Elite orc inspector Hakajin. Lately, his skills have skyrocketed, and hes now the leader of the 1st Brigade. Surprisingly, hes quite friendly with Lee Wanyong. It seems he was particularly pleased when he heard the news that Lee Wanyong had joined due to a shortage. After giving him a pat on the shoulder, I continued walking, and the temporary fort buzzed with activity when Hakajin called out my name.

People started emerging from the tents, and elite orc inspectors stood up straighter.

As the tribe leader, Gark, who is excelling in his duties, and Hark, whos a.s.sisting his brother as best as he can, I can see changes in their bodies and weapons. Everyone is preparing in their own way for the upcoming battle. Garks sword has grown even longer, and Harks twin swords feel a bit heavier.

For Blood Dagger! For the tribe meeting

Seeing me approach, they seemed eager to have a tribe meeting. I gestured to Gark, indicating that there was no need for a tribe meeting.

Theres no need for a tribe meeting.

I owe you my life.

Still grateful for the favor in Somoora, I appreciate Orbo, the s.h.i.+eld, more than anyone. I know better than anyone how much he has endured and supported the clan since he joined. Even when Hark, Gark, and I were often away from the tribe, it was always...o...b.. who guarded the tribe alone. He must have wanted to fight as well.

I owe you a lot.

He understood the meaning of my words, and Orbo opened his mouth.

Guarding is also a struggle.

Youre right. I made a mistake.

His words were correct. Guarding is also a form of struggle.

I turned my head, and Hakazin was also noticeable. He has always made an effort for the tribe, even though his combat ability is not high. Like the three goblin sisters who watched me trying to see my face with Mev, Bae Ahyeon also looks at me. Just like in the store conversation, Jung Hayeon is bowing her head, showing a worried expression.

In addition to these, the tribe members who have been with me since the tutorial, the tribe members who joined in Somoora, and the appearances of the tribe members who have been integrated for various reasons are captured in my sight.

Some may die when the war breaks out. Although it will be an honor for them, it may bring sadness to me.

!

After Jung Hayeon recited the spell, a chair made of roots began to emerge from the ground. I sat quietly there, and everyone started looking at me.

Their eyes express trust. They admire me and think of me as an honorable leader. I feel the same way about them. They are admirable and honorable individuals. Even if I were born as a greenskin, I wouldnt have been able to grow this much without their support, and I wouldnt have met Choi Seulgi. I wouldnt have been able to make a family, and I wouldnt have been able to get close to the yearning in my heart.

Being with the warriors from the North and humans is comfortable, of course. But being with them is rea.s.suring. I opened my mouth to the ones looking at me.

I respect all of you.

There was no response.

Just thunderous cheers echoed.

Thats how we spent time in the same place.

Each person would have harbored unknown emotions in their hearts during this time.

So, a day pa.s.sed.

The next day was the same. Occasionally, Lee Wanyongs provocative shouts amused me, and the elite orc inspectors clas.h.i.+ng swords with each other also pleased me. Tribe members who gathered in one place without entering the tents were preparing for the upcoming battle in their own ways, creating their own s.p.a.ces.

Orbo, the s.h.i.+eld, closed his eyes, and Gark and Hark clashed swords. Mev and the three goblin sisters were still playing cards. Jung Hayeon and Bae Ahyeon were chatting, and tribe members occasionally drank while discussing the upcoming battle.

So, another day pa.s.sed.

Around this time, Choi Seulgi started joining the tribe members. Now, she must be deep in thought, facing the upcoming battle with the Sword Saint Hayuri.

And

Exactly when the promised three days had pa.s.sed, the voice of the Sword Saint began to be heard. The time had come for them to attack the fortress wall.

It was a clear voice.

The promised three days have pa.s.sed. We raised our swords for the suffering people of the East and North. Despite your provocative actions, we have endured many times, and we still believe in the goodness of humanity. We do not want to fight.

While listening to the nonsense of the Sword Saint, I opened my mouth towards the tribe members. Lee Wanyongs skillful words were not my forte, but I wanted to say a word to those who were partic.i.p.ating in the big battle.

I want to fight.

You have lost our trust. For the prosperity of humanity and the land for our future descendants, the time has come for us to make an unavoidable choice. Dear citizens of the West and South, the North and East are the cancer of the continent. If we leave them alone, their ideologies and values will eventually spread to the entire continent, threatening us. There is no fight without sacrifice. Like the words of the Moraeba on the first day, we will sacrifice!

Nonsense. I opened my mouth again.

We do not die.

I will watch over you all.

I will be the first to fall.

Rather than them, I will be the first to fall.

For this cause.

For survival.

.

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All forces Advance!

Lets go. My beloved brothers.

While hearing the loud voice of the Sword Saint, I whispered very softly to the tribe members. It was a small voice, but I believe it would have penetrated into everyones ears without a doubt.

Enormous cheers were heard from beyond the fortress wall. Perhaps it was the battle cry of the humans from the West and South.

However,

Interestingly, the cheers gradually diminished and eventually became inaudible. It was completely engulfed by the voices of the Blood Dagger Clan tribe members.

Considering that they are closer to us than those far away, it is quite natural, but it made me laugh.

I opened my mouth again.

Victory.

The voices of the tribe members, waiting as if to respond, were heard.

Only for victory!

For Blood Dagger!

Thats how we waited, and the war we had been waiting for finally began.