The Bastard’s Way of Life of the Returning Swordsman

Episode 94

I found it, finally (4)

A rumor quickly spread in Winterer.

-Theo Ragnar set a new record for promotion in the shortest time ever. It became a practice test.

At this time, Winterer is still boiling with the record set by Theo at the opening ceremony.

The freshly thrown rice cake(?) was like pouring oil on the flames.

-Practical test? does that make sense?

-Isn’t that a lie?

-Nope. has been officially announced

-crazy… … ! No, there weren’t any other promotion tests announced before that, right? When was it?

-That’s the conclusion you made with your achievements in the secret mission.

-If I thought I would be promoted after receiving a few missions, I would have become a high-ranking swordsman right away. Once this thing starts to get attention, isn’t it forcibly pushed by the upper level?

Of course, there were also those who expressed doubts over the issue of fairness.

However, their doubts were soon curtailed.

-I heard you caught a blood priest?

-yes?

– He caught a blood priest.

-… … !

-In addition, it pushes back two blood priests’ pincers… … Anyway, there must have been a lot of eyewitnesses. Not only Baekgap Yonggi University, but also Heukseol and Maehwagung participated in the announcement of acceptance. that’s real

-No matter how much he is a direct descendant of Ragnar, what the heck is this ridiculous talent… … .

If Baek Gab-Yong Ki-dae insisted, I would have suspected that it was to protect my family, but if other units joined in, the story would be completely different.

In addition, Heukseol, ruled by Black Dragon, is a neutral institution that does not line up with any faction.

The weight of their recognition was bound to be different.

From questioning that, it was like challenging Kyle’s authority.

So while people burst into admiration, they started to bring out new stories one by one.

– Incredible talent.

At the age of 15, he paid attention to his talent as a real swordsman.

It reminded me of someone from the past that few people remember now.

– Kyle.

Didn’t Kyle create such a frenzy when he first grabbed the sword over 60 years ago?

And he grew up at a terrifying speed and eventually succeeded in bringing down the Guangryongje from the seat of power.

As a result, this naturally reached a new topic.

-Isn’t there a change in the perception of the succession battle that has been established with the 5 candidates for over a decade?

In the meantime, the top 5 candidates, including Torkel, had not contacted Theo separately.

No, there was no nuance to speak of.

As if he had no idea of his existence.

Occasionally, only Thorkel threw a favorable message about Theo, but he also did not move to meet Theo directly.

In the public opinion, the evaluation that the five major candidates were watching Theo’s progress was dominant.

In fact, it was because there were many talents like Navan Bacchus who only made their name at the flowering ceremony, but were buried without seeing much light behind them.

However, as long as it has been proven that Theo’s skills will work in real combat.

And since rumors were spreading that his talent was comparable to Kyle’s, he couldn’t just sit back and watch.

just as expected.

Rumors began to spread little by little that Torkel’s Black Iron Base was moving, and that other candidates had also secretly convened their officers.

Just when Winterer was about to wriggle in earnest.

The protagonist of the rumor has returned to the family.

* * *

“Sumya tea.”

“… … ?”

As soon as Theo returned to Winterer, he immediately went to the headquarters of the Baek Gap Dragons.

This time, because the matter was the matter, he could not rest properly and covered a long distance at once, and his face was full of fatigue.

However, Julius uttered an incomprehensible word.

I tilted my head, wondering what this meant, but Julius raised an eyebrow.

“This is a nickname attached to you. how is it? Do you like it?”

“… … Didn’t I have a special issue?”

“There was. What is Seomho? But only those in the know know it, and it wasn’t that famous either. Did it only spread during the flowering ceremony?”

Julius’ laugh grew louder.

“But this time is different. Did you catch the blood priest alone? In addition, although the embargo still took place, I also robbed the secretary’s safe. It became a real test in a short time. Of course, that is not enough, I guess.”

Theo scratched his cheek with a frown on his face.

I was at a loss as to what to say.

If there’s one thing he’s not familiar with behind regression, it’s this indirection… … No, it was ‘cheers’.

“Every time you swing your sword, yellow lightning flashes, white steam blows, and red flames soar? After that, you will be drenched in the blood of the enemy, and there will be no Yaksha in Hell.”

‘That… … Rumor has it that far?’

Theo’s face reddened slightly.

Julius laughed cheerfully as if Theo’s reaction was funny.

“What are you so ashamed of? When I first enlisted, I shouted out loud that I would become the youngest general, but where did all that opportunity go?”

“That is true, but… … .”

“Anyway, our Baegapyonggidae acquired a very amazing treasure. Incredible treasure.”

“that is… … .”

“Is there anything you want to do while working? If there is, I will support you right away, even at my own expense. If you need a sparring partner, help.”

“Um, uh… … .”

“It’s because I’m not proud of it. just say everything What can’t you do for our pretty bastard?”

The liver and gallbladder were all in the mood to be removed, so Theo turned to Evelyn to implore her help.

But Evelyn just shook her head.

It’s like he can’t help himself.

“Because you’re a person with a lot of blunt sides that don’t match your age… … Even if it breaks a little, just bear with it. I can’t help it.”

It was around the time that Theo started to take a step backwards at the new side of Julius he hadn’t known about before.

“I think this fame is because of our Heukseol’s excellent espionage power.”

Whiririk!

Suddenly, a black dragon fell from the ceiling with its arms crossed.

In an instant, Julius’ face, which had been smirking, suddenly turned into axe eyes.

This man, where is this place!

It seemed like he was shouting like that.

The black dragon didn’t care at all and just told Theo what to say.

“Theo, I think this is proof that our Heukseol’s support is absolutely necessary for you to be active in the future. The sum of you and us is the best in the world. If you have a taste, come find me anytime.”

swish-

Theo instantly received what the black dragon threw.

It was a wooden plaque with a black dragon engraved on it.

“What is this?”

“It’s a certificate of innocence.”

“… … !”

Theo’s eyes widen,

“This gentleman is real! What the hell are you doing!”

Julius hurriedly fired the electric note.

Theo was there and he was holding back to save face, otherwise he would have seized the Black Dragon right away.

「Aww, this is why you are still an amateur. Take a good look. When there is a person you like, you usually try to seduce them like this.”

“… … !?”

“There is nothing more certain than a bribe.”

said Theo.

“jeon… … !”

“Ah, don’t worry, I know very well that you don’t change your mind that you have no intention of quitting Baek Gap-Yong University.”

“Then why are you helping me so much? Just giving me the Cheongmyeongdan and helping me learn the ceremony of zeal was an undeserved help to me.”

Theo couldn’t understand the black dragon’s appearance.

He and himself had never really had an emotional exchange like this before.

Furthermore, Black Dragon, like Kyle, hates regressors.

But why are you treating me so well?

“what? Like a stray cat, since when did you do that?”

The black dragon replied again, letting Julius’ protest into his ear.

“just.”

“… … ?!”

“Because what you’ve been doing has been bold and pretty. So I just wanted to be able to trust it a little more.”

“Yes… … did you?”

Theo still couldn’t understand the black dragon.

It seemed that some aspect of the appearance he had shown so far was turning his mind little by little.

“But what if it’s too burdensome to receive? yes. Wouldn’t it be nice if it was just a gift from an uncle to a nephew?”

“… … !”

Theo was dumbfounded.

It was true that he was Kyle’s younger brother, so it was true that he was biologically related to him.

However, I had never heard of a black dragon ever using a personal standard.

Either that or not.

Black Dragon only continued his words.

“With that certification plaque, you will be able to use Heukseol’s safe houses scattered all over the world, as well as receive active support from the branches. More detailed usage instructions will be provided later through Cleve.”

In fact, it means that I will just put in my hand the authority comparable to that of no rumor.

Theo still couldn’t understand the meaning of the black dragon, but the black dragon’s eyes reflected behind the mask were only smiling.

For Julius, who was watching from the sidelines, his clothes were about to explode.

“I’m looking at you like this, but you say you’re openly using bribes? I look very petty, right?”

“Whoop whoop. You’d better keep your mind straight in the future. People like me who open their eyes and cut their noses are probably not the only ones.”

“You really want to fight me, what do you mean?”

“Are you sure you can win?”

“Wow, Mr… … !”

“If you feel unfair, do you too?”

“Leave and see. Like my older brother and Osa, I want to keep my mouth shut for those who keep drooling on my baby. Do you think I can just let go of my hands and stay still?”

“So, do you want to try it?”

“Ah-oh… … !”

「Whoops! Anyway, I’m busy, so I’m going to leave.”

The black dragon fanned Julius’ vase even more, and just like when it appeared, it suddenly disappeared when it left.

It felt like being possessed by a phantom.

Theo blankly looked at the spot where the black dragon had been, and Julius forced a smile as he forcibly ate the bubbling inside.

But one corner of his mouth twitched.

‘Our captain, you’re having a hard time today.’

Only Evelynn could read Julius’ intentions accurately and laughed softly.

“I think the head of the information department gave me a gift because he liked your performance, but I hope you will use it well in the future. Depending on how you use it, it will become a sharper sword for you than any other sword.”

Although it was something Julius didn’t mean at all.

Theo nodded his head in agreement.

‘I thought I’d never get involved again… … . yes. Let’s accept it as it is. As Julius said, there is no need to reject it.’

Theo decided to admit the fact that he had been pretending not to know.

-The fact that your temperament goes very well with Heukseol.

Although he had bad memories from his previous life, he deliberately tried to distance himself from Heukseol.

The habits of that time were still very deep in him.

view of the world,

way of thinking,

direction of planning, etc.

So, I was confident that I could use this proof plaque well.

‘There must be a reason why the black dragon, who, along with his father, hated regressors so much, continues to show favor to me.’

Julius cleared his throat lightly as he looked at Theo who was gently stroking the proof plaque.

“Hope! Huh!”

“… … ?”

“… … Even if you don’t do that, I understand everything.”

Evelyn’s reproaches were heard, but Julius didn’t pretend to listen at all.

“Anyway, it took a lot of work to come a long way, and since we have firmly grasped the evidence of Hangryong’s miraculous act, I should finish cleaning up.”

tidy up.

In an instant, Theo’s eyes flashed sharply.

It was the word he had been waiting for the most.

“Are you ousting the Central Security Directorate now?”

Julius also nodded his head with a heavy face, not joking around anymore.

“yes. All related preparations have already been completed. I also received approval from the Gajujeon.”

Approval of the Gajujeon.

In effect, it meant Kyle gave permission.

“Currently, the Central Security Bureau is out of the country due to a request from Heukseol… … Soon, the chief of intelligence will lead the armed forces and attempt an arrest.”

‘That’s why the black dragon left right away.’

“I’m going to lead my troops and take over the Central Security Office with the help of Maehwa Palace.”

“You’re aiming for a time when the chief isn’t there.”

“Because loyalty to the director of the Central Secretariat is very famous. You have to suppress it before that. That’s why I deliberately separated him from the outside.”

Theo nodded heavily.

Certainly, Julius and the Black Dragon’s work was clear.

It was something he had to learn.

“And what you have to do is suppress the Rose Palace.”

Theo clenched his fists.

‘finally… … !’

Julius said while patting him on the shoulder.

“All of this operation would have been difficult to solve smoothly without your performance. So you have to finish it with your own hands.”

Theo realized that this was a gift Julius had prepared for him.

‘I’m trying to make a stage so that I can have a proper position and reputation.’

His third wife, Emil Troyvan, lives in the Rose Palace.

It means mistress.

But the bastard, Theo, arrests Emile for treason?

The value of Theo’s name, which is already famous for the opening ceremony and the promotion of a real swordsman, was a major event that had no choice but to be firmly embedded in people’s minds.

In addition, since Ed and Troy were involved, the issue had no choice but to continue to grow like a snowball.

If it leads to a war with Troyban.

Theo will always be in the center of that typhoon.

He could continue to imprint his name on Winterer.

And that wasn’t all.

Julius was one of the few people who vaguely knew about the bad relationship between Theo and Axion.

Just by leaving the finishing touches in Theo’s hands, Theo would receive a favor he could never repay.

Is that all?

Black Dragon even began to open his heart in earnest.

It means that I started to see Theo as a ‘nephew’ rather than a ‘regressor’.

‘Julius, Maehwa Palace, Black Dragon… … . Everyone is giving me strength. That kind of power is too much for me.’

so,

‘I have to finish it properly.’

Couldn’t disappoint.