Swordmaster's Youngest Son Novel - Chapter 850

Chapter 850

Paellito looked at the fallen Orgal and shrugged.

[I almost died there.]

It wasn’t about Orgal, but about himself.

If he had accidentally killed Orgal, Paellito would have been executed by Zito.

‘I thought Orgal was already dead… What kind of ability is he using to negate death? Since most of his abilities were blocked by Bascala, it doesn’t seem to be the power of the Sun God or a Witch.’

He felt uneasy.

The Orgal that Paellito remembered had always been like this, making his opponents feel uncomfortable despite not having extraordinary strength or abilities.

‘Using the red aura, he’s still a mysterious figure. But if Zito-nim finds out he’s already dead, the succession plan could change.’

Paellito slowly moved towards the crack in the Demon Sealing Wall.

For a while now, he had been feeling an uncomfortable sensation of the wall’s energy pressing and pulling him.

However, this dreadful feeling was about to end soon.

The demons of the underworld were finally preparing to ascend to the surface and dominate it.

Paellito threw himself into the crack.

After falling for a considerable time, a blinding light shone in his eyes.

His entire body felt like it was burning.

To climb the Demon Sealing Wall, one must pass through an “artificial sun.”

Only those who could withstand the terrible heat of the artificial sun could cross the crack of the Demon Sealing Wall.

Once the curse on the wall was lifted, they could ascend from the middle world to the surface.

As the heat of the artificial sun began to decrease, the familiar landscape of the underworld came into view.

Landing on a plain of the Demon World, Paellito headed straight for the Demon Swordsman’s Castle.

«Have you arrived, Paellito-nim?»

«Sakiel, is Zito-nim awake now?»

«He’s just begun his recovery. It might be best to postpone the report for later.»

«It’s probably best. I encountered Orgal in the middle world.»

«Was he carrying out Zito-nim’s will?»

«No, as the Witch said. He still desires the resurrection of the Sun God. He even threatened to wage war if we invade the surface.»

«He’s still arrogant, isn’t he?»

«He’s a person who has the qualifications for it.»

«Do you have any other information about the surface?»

«No. It would be best to make a deal with the Witch to find out that part before the transfer.»

«We’ve already gathered enough information about the general power structure and important figures on the surface. Is it worth the risk of dealing with the Witch?»

«Ultimately, it’s a decision Zito-nim must make. By the way, I’m curious about that human, Cyron Runcandel. Even the Witch praised him… He’s an extraordinary individual beyond our imagination. The birth of such an existence is rare.»

«Cyron Runcandel is currently wandering in the Witch’s territory, so it seems unlikely that he will return to the human world, doesn’t it?»

«He’s a being who transcends fate, so it’s an unknown realm. Some parts of the Witch’s territory are also connected to the underworld, so even if he’s not in the human world, we can see him here. All of these are areas inaccessible by transfer.»

Transfer.

The demons of the Demon World were preparing to send most of the underworld to the surface.

Their plan was to send all the lands, except for some regions that overlapped with the Witch’s territory, to the surface.

They had no intention of operating from the middle world like the others.

«That might be possible. However, it’s strange that a person who has no interest in the resurrection of the Sun God is so obsessed with the Witch’s territory…»

«Well, it could be a struggle to become stronger, or there could be other information that the Witch hasn’t shared with us. Either way, it’s a shame that I won’t be able to meet him directly when he ascends to the surface.»

«Even so, there are some individuals who can quench Paellito-nim’s thirst, so don’t be too discouraged.»

«They won’t be as bland as Orgal, since they will be less influenced by Bascala. No, I should also consider fighting without Bascala’s power. If it ends in vain like this time, I just want to kill them all.»

Paellito and Sakiel climbed the walls of the Demon Swordsman’s Castle.

The view of the city, pale in the artificial sunlight, stretched out before them.

Imagining how the real sun would illuminate them, Sakiel’s chest tightened, and he wiped away his tears.

Paellito chuckled and handed him a handkerchief.

«I’m sorry for my pitiful appearance.»

«It’s alright. Has there been any news from those miserable Red Legend Tribe guys?»

«Yes, it seems they haven’t noticed the crack yet. They must be worried about their war against Zipple. They’ll realize soon enough.»

«If they approach the crack, inform me immediately. Although they were defeated and buried, they still possess crucial techniques and abilities to resurrect the Sun God. We must not allow any chance for the Sun God to awaken because of those miserable guys.”

«I understand, Lord Paellito.»

At that moment, a demon rushed towards Paellito.

«Paellito-nim!»

«What’s going on?»

«Basset’s army has launched a sudden attack on Dylus-nim’s castle. They requested support.»

«Ha, it seems Basset has already recovered from the wounds I inflicted on him. Open the gates, I’ll go immediately.»

***

«Unbreakable… Hm? Zephyrin?»

«What’s the matter, Demon Dragon? Why do you suddenly look like that?»

Zephyrin broke into a cold sweat and trembled.

Jin had a hunch that something must have happened to Orgal.

«Something happened to Orgal.»

Zephyrin took a deep breath and honestly revealed the facts.

«…Yes, Jin. It seems the negotiations went awry.»

«Are you saying Orgal was attacked? It seems he received a pretty strong blow.»

«He almost died.»

«What? Orgal?»

Jin and Murakan didn’t know Orgal’s exact combat power.

However, they knew for sure that he was among the top-tier existences in the human world.

With various abilities at his disposal, they couldn’t easily imagine him being in a life-threatening situation.

«Demon Dragon, are the demons of the underworld that strong?»

«Generally, it’s similar to the human world. Just as not everyone in the human world is the same, there are some extraordinary individuals in the underworld. Of course, individually, demons from the underworld can’t compare to ordinary humans… And there are some parts of technology that surpass the Red Legend Tribe.»

«You’re revealing information so easily. Do you want to form a temporary alliance with us like before because of the underworld forces?»

«That’s not my decision. Whether we form a temporary alliance or not, if the underworld demons start moving in earnest, the Vamel Alliance will eventually find it burdensome. And looking back, we usually just release information to you, Jin. That’s the part that annoys me.»

«I heard from Ms. Ameris that the ancient conquerors were the Red Legend Tribe and the Blue Legend Tribe. But are the demons of the underworld more dangerous than the Red Legend Tribe?»

«What made the Red Legend Tribe fear you at the time was that they weren’t as strong as they used to be, Jin. The current Red Legend Tribe doesn’t have a God of Battle, and their manpower and resources are far from what they used to be. But the underworld demons aren’t like that.»

The underworld demons are in full swing.

They have lived under the Demon Sealing Wall without being sealed or buried like the Legend Tribes or other demons outside the Demon World.

Or it could be said that they have survived.

Throughout the long years, there has been constant war in the Demon World.

Recently, with Zito regaining consciousness, the unification of the demon world has reached its final stages, but not all resistance against Zito has disappeared.

Zephyrin wasn’t aware of all these facts.

He recently recovered memories of the ancient times.

However, it was easy to guess that “Zito’s unification” was on the horizon.

Orgal almost died while negotiating, which meant that the demons who came out from beyond the crack were probably Zito’s subordinates.

If they were demons who desired the resurrection of the Sun God, there would be no reason for them to have conflicts with their master.

This indicated that Zito had complete control of the underworld.

«So… the first thing those underworld demons will do when they start moving is probably already decided.»

Zephyrin nodded at Jin’s words.

«Yes, they will surely try to reclaim the Eyes of Zito that the Holy Kingdom is guarding.»

This meant that a second Holy Kingdom Protection War could break out in the world soon. Jin fell into deep thought.

‘I wonder how powerful Zito and the underworld demons are. No matter how strong they are, it would be difficult for the major forces on the surface to form a temporary alliance like during the Evil God War. Zipple is already fighting the Red Legend Tribe.’

Jin had a feeling that Zipple was more likely to join forces with the underworld demons or the Red Legend Tribe.

Then there were the Vamel Alliance and Kinzelo.

Zephyrin seemed to be considering an alliance already.

Otherwise, there would be no reason for him to reveal so much information. 

Although it might not be a full alliance, it was almost certain that Kinzelo would need the Vamel Alliance’s help.

‘In any case, then Zito, the demon who tries to rule the world with violence and suffering, is a public enemy. Even if we don’t form a temporary alliance, it would be wise to use Kinzelo appropriately and prepare ourselves.’

While Jin was lost in thought, a commotion occurred outside.

It was Orgal, who had just returned to headquarters.

When Jin stepped out, he saw a heavily damaged steel gate and the members who supported Orgal.

[Jin Runcandel…]

«Orgal, I just briefly heard from Zephyrin. It seems you had a difficult time dealing with the underworld demons.»

[It wasn’t favorable.]

«Oh, really? But, Orgal, in my eyes, it didn’t seem like you had escaped on your own… I have a feeling you were able to return alive because of their mercy. Did you make a deal with the underworld demons?»

Jin casually threw the question, but Orgal didn’t hesitate and replied honestly.

[Zito wants to make me his successor. That’s why I was able to survive.]