NOVEL NEXT WORLD chapter 39
39 – Knights (2)
The Horkroft family fell into ruin under the suspicion of assassinating the fiancee of the 4th Prince.
However, amidst that, there were many opinions that the Eunik Knights should be preserved and incorporated into the royal family or another family.
Like one wing of the Changeback that had protected the North, they were more orthodox than any other group on the continent when it came to the war with the demons, especially the undead.
Each and every one of them was a master of combat with the skills of a 2nd-grade imperial knight.
The feat of opening five gates to the Realm of the Dead in Prosonya and achieving victory against the massive army of the undead was worthy of being recorded in history books.
Although our spheres of activity did not overlap, I remember that even the adventurer’s guild got involved and it was noisy with support at that time.
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— Marine141: I collected funds while living as an adventurer and restored the knights.
— Marine141: The scale is smaller, but Owen, Pip, Irene, and others who swore allegiance to Lord Gaju are still here.
— Marine141: It’s a typo, “many” instead of “manhi.”
— Marine141: It’s a typo, “allegiance” instead of “chungsaeng.”
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In the end, those who were not absorbed into either side ended up walking the path of disbandment and entered the ranks of outlaws.
It’s understandable that they are still writing position notes, as they must have stolen them from somewhere.
Mariel is still using the ID “Super Genius Golden Smile Girl,” so how did this misunderstanding occur?
As I briefly looked around the gallery, I quickly found the answer.
It was all my fault.
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[Collection of Achievements by the Superconductor Silver-Haired Girl]
(Photo)
A ray of light amidst the gallery filled with hair and pollen flying around these days
When I listened to the guy who was causing trouble on the gallery and shared his worries, I found myself crying along with him without realizing it
The photo is a leaked live recording of a solo concert at Daemyeok Palace
— Furball, it seems like you’ve become even more scatterbrained by teaming up with the Honeybee Squad
— Once again, you’re sticking your nose where it doesn’t belong, go back to the Concert Frosts board
— A concert? Did that really happen?
— And where did you get the photo again?
ㄴ Did you at least provide some proof?
ㄴ There’s a grad student these days who makes a living through art, they’ll take care of it if you leave it to them
ㄴ Boksili’s Fan: Do you accept unusual requests by any chance?
ㄴ Yeah, there’s a long queue~ Your turn won’t come forever~
ㄴ Boksili’s Fan: There’s nothing that can’t be done with money
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[Voting on who is the real and fake Super Genius Blond Girl vs. Superconductor Silver-Haired Girl]
[Results]
Pre-vote funds: 3% (314 votes)
Electrolytic Conductive Girl: 97% (14,538 votes)
According to the majority vote, the real one is the latter, yeah.
— Geuchu
— At least write my name correctly, lol.
— The real one is overwhelmingly behind, lolol.
ㄴ Oh well, just call me fake now~
ㄴ Let’s just admit it’s pathetic, lol.
— Is this a fabrication or did I really vote with the 5,000 position notes that I got by pulling my grandmother’s wheelchair up the stairs?
ㄴ Yeah, it’s a fabrication.
ㄴ No, I pressed the button myself, you know?
ㄴ That’s still a fabrication, you idiot, lolol.
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[Aren’t you sorry for the hardworking idiots who worked their butts off?]
I may not be as hardworking as them, but I was a nobleman who diligently managed the gallery.
Who would have thought you would leave the grand finale so unimpressively?
But it’s natural for the idiots to work hard, so there’s no need to feel sorry.
Come to think of it, I can’t even remember their names anymore.
Let’s just say that what remains in memory is the winner, shall we?
– Hasn’t she left yet?
– If someone saw her, they’d think she was dead~
– But she doesn’t have any rights like a criminal…
– Isn’t it as good as being dead or something?
– Recently, she’s been too busy, so her activities have been low.
– More importantly, she has no substance. Just because she talks like a lady doesn’t mean she is one.
– If there was really a problem, she would have personally blocked it, right?
– Yeah, because she’s a criminal, she could just personally take care of it. Why leave her alone?
– She’s a genius blonde girl: Even if she stops because of pressure from higher-ups, she’ll be released soon.
– She finally made her appearance, lol.
– Is the fake here? lol
– More importantly, if it’s the higher-ups…? Oh no!
– Oh no, ugh…!!
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Genius Blonde Girl
[Don’t feed them and just block them personally]
There’s no need to pay attention to imposters, so it’s better to ignore them completely.
Don’t leave any comments or recommendations and thoroughly ignore them until they disappear.
[1 like / 423 dislikes]
— The prodigious blond girl: Block the silver-haired one, not me.
— The prodigious blond girl: Leave a comment, you idiots.
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It was all because teasing Mariel was so much fun that my overwhelming presence in the gallery had become prominent.
Was I too sincere in the recent “Confession Board” content?
I just wanted to bring out the villains one by one, listen to their serious concerns, and guide them to reform.
But before I knew it, I had become a “Super Electric Hedgehog” and formed a strange fan club.
On top of that, she was so busy because of the tasks I assigned her while I was away on my acting schedule that she hardly had any activities.
Even the vice leader of the Eunik Knights would be thoroughly confused.
Of course, if I could clear up the misunderstanding and send her back to her original owner, everything would go smoothly.
I should gradually stop or “accidentally” terminate the excessively famous Eunbal Misonyeo account and put an end to her activities.
Even though I used to be strong enough to defeat a dragon, I never truly enjoyed being treated as a woman…
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— Marine141: This place doesn’t suit a lady like you. Let’s go back to our family together.
— Marine141: If there was someone else, I apologize for the first meeting…
— Super Electric Hedgehog: It’s me.
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– However, I immediately changed my mind and decided to temporarily set aside my pride.
Who would dare to take Mariel away from the top as they pleased?
I couldn’t just send her off to those worthless people who had no roots after all.
There are many strategies that can be used.
Among them, the simplest and easiest way is for me, pretending to be Mariel herself, to personally send them back.
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— Superconductor Smiling Girl: I like the Matap. I have decided to bury my bones here.
— Marine141: That cannot be done. To regain the glory of Holcroft, the lady is absolutely necessary.
— Marine141: I have arranged a marriage with one of the nobles in Bayern Province. If we regain our strength from the south someday…
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However, after conversing, I realized that they were not particularly responsive.
I am an idiot for expecting flexibility from a knight’s mindset.
The knights on the battlefield were the ones who would package their means and methods roughly and pull out their swords.
If I bring that noble here, I might even consider performing a wedding ceremony in Judeok’s name…
“Ee-ee-ee-ee.”
“….”
“Why are you just standing there, steward? Can’t you see a pretty lady crying in front of you?”
There is none.
If I ruin someone else’s perfectly fine life, I will only be cursed in return.
Mariel’s position as a companion will be left for a later gallery contest, where the winner will be awarded, and I moved on to the next plan.
Should I report it to the administration?
If we immediately create a wanted poster for the remnants of the Eunick Knights, who are outlaws, the entire Matap will come forward to expel them.
We only need to secure the names and impressions of the members here.
However, Mariel’s heart would undoubtedly waver once she discovered their existence during the process.
“Sob, those trash men who have fallen for that kind of woman. I don’t have anyone on my side. If only I had my family’s gunner squad, I could have provided support fire at a time like this…”
Isn’t she still hoping for a rescue like a princess trapped in the Demon Castle?
She, who entered the Demon Tower to seek revenge on the Fourth Prince and rebuild her family, didn’t want to expand her options.
“If that’s the case, there’s only one remaining method.”
Just make her exhausted and send her back.
Then, they would think that their abilities were insufficient to save her and wouldn’t bother her for a while.
I sent him a message using the location note.
*
“Did everyone write down the names?”
“Yes.”
“Let’s move quickly. We’re too conspicuous here.”
“I can only reach up to the 20th floor with my light. Is it okay? If you’re above that….”
In response to the youngest member, Phip, Douglas, the vice commander of the Eunseok Knights, shook his head.
His worries were in vain since they had determined her location through the only location note secured by the knights.
“It’s fine, she hasn’t passed the trial of the 20th floor yet.”
“Oh! Have you contacted Miss Mariel!?”
“Yes, she seems to have adapted well, contrary to our concerns.”
However, since he was currently in a difficult situation, he left a message asking to be brought directly.
To climb the Tower, he had to overcome many conditions, including trials and requirements set in the Demon Tower, but he was confident in himself.
The ones I brought are the elite within the Knights, and they are not even worth a fistful against the guards of the Devil’s Tower.
Since there is no one left in the Holcroft family except for Mariel, she was absolutely necessary to rebuild the lineage.
With only the elderly and the Knights that had once been disbanded, there was a lack of focal points.
Fortunately, Mariel detailed how to reach the level of training through relentless persuasion.
Those whose names were engraved on the gravestones immediately set foot on the stairs leading to the second floor.
“I’m sure you all know, our purpose is to rescue the young lady. Act without revealing yourselves and avoid causing any disturbances as much as possible.”
“But if we want to go up the tower, we have no choice but to confront those damn wizards. Especially since we have to receive requests from the factions to enter the 10th floor.”
“And we have to join and learn the mysteries…?”
“Mysteries? I can’t use magic or anything like that.”
“Now, now, calm down and just follow me for now.”
Recalling the message he received earlier on the location note, Douglas walked forward.
Yellow streetlights flickered on both sides of the endless alleyway.
“To prepare for moments like this, the young lady has recruited a faction that will help us.”
“Oh, I see…!”
“And it’s said to be the most well-known place even within the Devil’s Tower.”
“I can’t wait to see how amazing it is. I might end up becoming a magician, hahahaha!”
From the windows here and there, the wizards sent suspicious glances towards the members who were not wearing robes.
Ignoring them and continuing to walk, they finally reached the end of the alley, where a building with the sign “Information Desk” appeared.
A woman who seemed to be the receptionist spoke first.
“Hello. Have you come to take the Mystical Aptitude Test?”
“Yes.”
“Is there a specific faction you are looking for? You can either mention a specific faction or choose from the seven major factions.”
“Hmm.”
Douglas repeated the contents of the message the lady had sent, confirming them.
Then he knelt down and, as politely as possible, held her hand and said,
“As a Heju faction. I came all the way here because I love Heju so much.”
“aaah! To the Security Division!!!”