Volume 5 Chapter 106 Tragedy of Kollon (5)

Do you not like the plan? Theres not a single guard or magician in there. As long as I can divert his attention, sneaking a peek in the basement would be easy as pie.

Nah. Lets say that you do distract him. We go check the basement and see there really are living golem experiments. Then we can guarantee some evidence of the experiments. We cant guarantee your safety after that.

Cant I just deal with him while he drinks and then slowly withdraw? After you all escape the basement, that is.

It seems you dont know a lot about magicians. How many security spells do you think are in there? The moment we approach the basement, Myuron will definitely find out. Then youre dead.

I didnt come here without knowing the possibility of death.

Sometimes there is a difference between courage and foolishness, my journalist friend. Theres no point in dying before you even start the revolution.

Jin didnt want to use Dino like a disposable card. This brave journalist had all rights for a prolonged life.

And if Dino died, then all of his precious progress would be lost.

Lets do this instead. With your introduction, we also become Myurons drinking buddies.

Pardon?

Lets go drink together. Well pretend to be stranded soldiers and storytellers. Our story is that we just met you coincidentally and you brought us to him because you thought we were cool.

You think Myuron will believe that? Im sure hell be suspicious.

Jin sighed and grinned.

From your experience, what kind of person is he?

A lunatic. A sadist who feels refreshment from others misfortune and pain Something like that.

Thats right. But is that all? Even though hes living each day like that, hes the Zipfels sixth son. Im sure he already knows who you are.

Dino quickly waved his hands in front, denying that fact.

No way. If he knew, then he wouldnt have kept me alive.

Im sure he doesnt know your exact identity. But read your journal again. Every single native you interviewed had been dragged into the basement. What would this mean?

Dino had thought that the order of Myurons experimental subjects were random and not at all related to his own actions because the Zipfel wasnt harming the journalist in any way. However, following basic logic, a person of power wouldnt let someone undermine their plans.

The misconception impaired Dinos thought process, even though he had recorded that every single native he talked with had been dragged into the basement within a week.

And a drinking buddy You think Myuron is really keeping you around because hes lonely? Theres no way. He had been observing a rat trapped in a cage. You.

What do you A rat in a cage Me

Yeah. Maybe he got a little curious. Why is this kid so courageous for no reason? Why is this kid not realizing that Im dragging natives each time he talks to them? Thinking something like that.

Theres no way. What would he gain from doing that?

You said it yourself. Hes a lunatic who enjoys others suffering. Then, hed be feeling great watching you, right?

Instantaneously, Dino started stumbling backwards.

He thought that Jins theory was a stretch. However, there was no way to refute it; the logic was flawless. And if it were true, he didnt know how to compensate for the natives whom he indirectly killed.

So even if we all go together, he wont be cautious. He would welcome us as if you were a cute rat bringing new rat friends. In his perspective, hes just getting more toys.

Jin was saying this so confidently for three reasons.

First, excluding Tika, every native who came in contact with Dino was dragged into the basement.

Second, the stories he heard about Myuron Zipfel before his regression. The rambunctious Tona twins could be considered angels compared to him.

Third, the last conversation he had with Beradin at the Cosmos Arena. They exchanged many words that night, but in one of their conversations, Beradin mentioned that he despised Myuron.

Elder Brother Myuron is a handful. You cant even compare him to old hag, fossil-face Andrei. Just thinking about him makes me puke while I sleep. I have no idea why the elders let him be the Pillar of the Seventh Tower of Magicians.

Huh, you despise him that much? What kind of person is this man?

Dante, a nice guy like you could never conceive the level of that sadistic, psychopathic monster.

Jin found it weird that he firmly trusted Beradins evaluation of Myuron. He also kind of missed Dante and Beradin for a second.

All of that What if its wrong? If y-you read the journal, then one native is still alive even after making contact with me.

Latika Tika Mamutika.

Yes, she is

Dino stopped, then gritted his teeth.

I truly wish your theory is wrong. If it is as you expected, then I think I know why Myuron let Tika live

Lets go check it out later. I dont know if my imagination is vivid, or Myuron is hot garbage.

Hey, kiddo. This is cool and all, but whatre you gonna do when you meet Myuron?

What am I gonna do? Im going to play along with him and strike him when the time is right. Hearing what Dino said, if we just kill him, then its over.

Understanding Jins intent, Kashimir nodded and confirmed.

Playing along with him while he drinks must be to distract him. Surely, he does not know how strong we are. We can also check for traps or something.

Thats right. While drinking and talking with him, wouldnt there be a chance to strike when his guard is down? I mean, even though my plan may be flawed, a battle is imminent.

The four gathered and planned their roles.

Each of them selected a fake name and occupation. They planned scripts and coordinated conversations just in case.

If we somehow get inside, we must find the natives. Once a battle starts, our priority is to protect Dino and the natives.

And if any of us senses that Myuron lowered his guard, execute him immediately.

Dino then summarized all he knew about the Kollon Ruins in five minutes.

The central basement is where everyone goes. But I will say this one more time: there are no guards or magicians. Since I cant engage in battle, I can only wish you the best of luck.

After organizing their raid, they began to walk down the path to Myuron. Dino led the way, and the other three followed. Jin took off Myultas Rune, and Kashimir and Murakan removed their masks.

Myuronwho had been talking to himselfsensed their footsteps and waved at Dino.

Oh! I was waiting for you, Dino. Hehe, I cant talk with these uncivilized fellas here And you brought friends today?

As soon as he saw Myurons smile, Dino could only feel goosebumps crawling up his back.

As the kid said hes welcoming us.

Dino barely managed to maintain composure. He lowered his head.

I apologize for bringing people without permission, Sir Myuron. I met them coincidentally, and I thought youd get sick of talking to me If I went overboard, I apologize.

Its okay, no worries. Where did you meet them?

Myuron looked over to the campfire and spoke.

It looked as if he wanted to hide his grin.

I met them while plowing for herbs in the Peylon Kingdom. They were soldiers in the kingdoms northern region, but it seems they were returning home for vacation.

I am honored to meet you, Sir Myuron Zipfel.

I am honored

Enough, enough. I dont need self-introductions. Get those pointless greetings out of here. Hey! Bring more glasses!

A Kollon native ran over with more goblets and distributed them.

Glugluglug.

Myuron poorly filled their goblets. They overflowed with wine, dark purple splattering everyone.

Dino Dino Zeglun.

Throwing the glass bottle away, Myuron made a strange smile. Then squinted his eyes, staring into the fire.

Yes, Sir Myuron?

Two weeks ago, I really wanted to know who you were. A commoner who comes into the Zipfels restricted area without remorse. People like that dont exist.

I apologize.

Ah, hehe. Im not trying to blame or flame you. Anyways, from then on, you got on my nerves Especially when you met the natives without my knowing! I thought you were a bad supervisor that my father stuck onto me. He has his ways, you see. Hehe, hehe, hehehehe.

Myuron chuckled. Dino didnt know what to do, so he just waited for Myurons next words.

The visitors were hypersensitive. They felt that the situation was unraveling faster than expected.

And now you bring friends into the restricted area without my permission? Aaah! Oh heavens. My Dino, what is wrong with you? How could you be so fearless? I cant understand you. Im about to get goosebumps!

Myuron burst into hysterical, maniacal laughter. His body quaked from it. He shook so much that he wouldve stuffed his head into the fire if he wasnt careful.

SirMyuron?

Halt.

Myuron immediately stopped laughing and sipped some wine.

But now I know. Why your livers so big and swollen.

I dont know what that means

The Garden of Swords. The ones behind you are from there.

Cling!

Jin swung his sword first. Simultaneously, Kashimir stabbed Myurons back, and Murakan conjured a force field around Dino.

Clang!

Something deflected the two swords.

It was a force field from condensed mana that was hidden by the fire.

I couldnt detect this much mana? He had his face up close to the fire because of this?

Murakan was shocked.

Even though Myuron was not a spiritual energy user, he could completely conceal his mana usage.

Jin Runcandel! It seems the runaway prophet begged at your feet!

It seems you know my face. I thought we planned it out pretty well, but now our fake identities werent even used.

Jin stepped back, clicked his tongue, and fixed his stance.