novelThe Transcendental Beings (2)
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Muyoung's command was simple, yet difficult at the same time.
Unite the humanity and have them go against the demon kings.
Bae Seungmin thought about how to do that over and over.
'Would the entire humanity unite because of a single dragon lord?'
He was pessimistic. Of course, they would at least gather. However, it was difficult to think that the 'entire humanity' would come.
Muyoung's command was absolute. At least, it was so to Bae Seungmin. Among all of his underlings, Bae Seungmin was the most loyal one of them all.
Hence, regardless of the method and strategy, the task must be completed.
'The very first thing to do is to make the leader of each city a puppet. '
That would be the easiest way.
Bae Seungmin had his own opinion when it came to mental manipulation. The problem was that it would take a long time. Furthermore, Muyoung did not have sufficient time.
Bae Seungmin, would he not know that. Muyoung was now walking on thin ice. A single wrong step could be the direct drop in to a pit.
Of course, Muyoung would not lose. He has always won, and he only mobilized in order to win.
However...
'The master is overplaying his hand. '
He did not take a single step back. The exhaustion from doing so has accumulated until now.
When and how it would explode was not known.
Muyoung would deny it, saying that he could persevere, but Bae Seungmin was worried.
Even a solid wall could be demolished by a single tiny hole.
As a result, with all he could, Bae Seungmin would have to take the role so that such a hole would not get created.
That was, to reduce Muyoung's exhaustion even by a little bit.
Delaying would only drive Muyoung to overplay. And when such exhaustion accumulates, cracks would form in the wall and would ultimately shatter.
To be honest, it was hard to believe that all he had done up to this point has been charging forward.
'I must be the pillar. '
Bae Seungmin had no memory.
On the day that he was saved by Muyoung after being eaten by the ancient spirit, Bae Seungmin has been blindly following Muyoung.
Was it because he was an undead created by him?
That didn't seem to be the only reason. Even if his memory was perfect, Bae Seungmin would have followed Muyoung. Suddenly, he had such a thought.
As a result, Bae Seungmin has determined to become the pillar of Muyoung's spirit. Of course, that may not be necessary.
Muyoung was stronger than anyone that Bae Seungmin has run into, so his concern might have been simply unfounded.
However... Even if that was so, he just wanted to provide support.
Muyoung had the right to deserve that.
'As fast as possible. The sure method to unite the humanity. '
Bae Seungmin thought about it.
Disguise as a demon king's intruder?
If it were Enros and Soara, it would be possible to hit with incredible threat.
A disguise was needed.
A scene in a play was needed.
'The element that they will definitely believe. The Green Temple and Merlin. '
Humans were thinking of Merlin as a savior.
There were even rumors that when the demons were to attack, Merlin would appear and protect them.
Bae Seungmin drew a picture.
First, Enros and Soara. A strong demon tribe would launch an attack. At the critical moment, Merlin, the grand sorcerer, would appear to wield his power and defeat them. Then, with Hansung, the dragon lord, would lead the humanity together.
The pieces did fit.
The ripple effect would be beyond imagination if and only if it could be proven that it was the real Merlin.
However, it wasn't possible to bring Merlin out of the Green Temple.
'Need someone who would play the role of Merlin. '
A play...
Fortunately, there was one who was perfect for the role.
Oscar, the Merlin's apprentice!
There was definitely someone like that inside Muyoung's territory.
"Who, me?"
Oscar had a lost expression on his face.
Play Merlin!
Certainly, he had learned the real magic under Merlin's guidance. However, it was for a very short period of time. He had run off due to boredom.
His skills have improved a lot during the time that he has been living in the territory, but play Merlin.
However, he could not readily reject the idea.
The entity before him.
Bae Seungmin, the elder lich, was like the assassin of death. In fact, there was more who feared Bae Seungmin more than Muyoung.
The perfect work, the quick action in taking care of business that was to say, even by 'grinding' down the individuals.
Although Muyoung ruled the territory, it was Bae Seungmin who had the complete control of the whip on the laborers.
Gulp!
"You're the right person who knows and imitate Merlin. I'll support you, so no reason to be overly concerned."
"That... That is like scheming the entire humanity, no? Would I be able to take on such an important task?"
"You're the only one."
It was a silent pressure.
Refusal?
That couldn't happen.
Even Oscar knew him. That he could be turned into an undead, himself.
"Damn it. '
The reason for Oscar to have run off from Merlin was because the lessons were boring.
To live freely was what Oscar was after.
However, after meeting Muyoung in the demon world, such a dream had been completely destroyed.
"If you are successful, I'll anoint you with a title with my authority."
"Is, is that true!"
"My lord has given me all the authorities, including human resources."
Oscar's eyes opened wide.
Muyoung's territory grew bigger by the day. The population was reaching two million, after having passed one million.
How the foreign tribes and goblins kept coming in droves was a mystery. The dwarfs and the elves, and even the dwarfs were hoping to move all together while the orcs were trying all that they could to enter.
Certainly, the current situation called for someone with a 'title' to manage them.
And such individuals would receive special benefits.
They could live like a 'king' if management and human resources authorities were given to them.
There were also a lot of side money that could be made, and the foreign tribes of this world did not even mind as to how many wives one might have.
'I, too, can live a big life by having at least three elf wives?'
It was a dream.
Even just from imagining it, his cheeks would reach the sky.
However, a con on the humanity? There was much risk.
"I'll try to get you the title that you desire. If you want, even the position of the honorary sorcerer..."
Honorary sorcerer!
*****
Oscar was a probate sorcerer. There were less than ten honorary sorcerers in the entire territory. Only those, who were extraordinary in sorcery within each tribe, could rise to that position.
Oscar hasn't yet reached that level of sorcery. Furthermore, unfit position was a shortcut to a short life.
"No, no! Human resource manager position would suffice."
"Hm, are you sure that would be sufficient?"
"Yes, in fact, that would be more than enough."
As soon as he let out those words, he felt a sting inside. It was because that was the same thing as having committed to play the Merlin's role.
Bae Seungmin nodded his head.
"Do your best to come up with the most detailed image of Merlin that you know. I'll take care of the rest."
That's how the great con has commenced.
The territory has prospered. It was because Muyoung's influence still remained even though he wasn't there.
Every tribe has gathered.
Those tribes, which were tired of fighting, needed their own places, or were weak and sought equality.
As long as they had promised to not cause a stir, everyone was welcomed.
Then they were protected and given their own land on which they could become self sufficient.
In return, the promise had to be absolutely kept.
Those who caused disharmony were firmly 'annihilated'. They made good examples out of them.
That was Ogar's role. Bultar, the fire giant, that was, Ogar who has become the chief of the place. As he, who was the top predator, was in charge, there was no possibility of any disharmony.
However, it wasn't that he was always very strict.
"Grow the strength in your wrist. A sword is not wielded simply by strength alone."
Ogar was different than Bultar who wasn't flexible at all.
He insisted on being the 'instructor' and taught how to use weapons to others.
As he did not have any reservations when it came to learning what he didn't know, he was also learning many kinds of military warfare.
He had both the refinement of a tribe chief and the passion for self teaching.
And, he did not hesitate to transfer those techniques to others, either.
As a result, all sorts of tribes approached Ogar to be taught by him.
That number has already passed one thousand.
'The harmonization of other tribes. The understanding that such was possible was realized by watching Muyoung.
Someone thought about it, but none put it into action.
The incredibly strong demon tribes. How could they who fought each other for survival create harmony. Even if they were to come together, disharmony was expected.
However, Muyoung was a strong leader. Muyoung's underlings weren't pushovers, either. There were many who put their lives on Muyoung's words alone.
Furthermore, Ogar considered Muyoung to be a true 'friend'. He wanted to emulate Muyoung.
'Even the Bultars need to be changed. It isn't possible to survive alone. '
Ogar took the lead in that.
He had the critical role of teaching them, and bringing them to understanding.
'The demon tribes were hunting indiscriminately. Recently, the number of immigrants who wanted to enter the territory has grown exponentially. '
The problem was that the number was growing greatly by the day.
It was because the demon tribes and demon gods were moving in earnest. As if they had grudges against every tribe, but the demon tribes, they were killing everyone.
Many have lost their homes, trying to avoid him. Even the Bultars could not escape from that influence. Ogar has been recently feeling very strongly that unless powers were combined, there would be no hope.
"Sir Ogar."
It was then. Bae Seungmin came to pay him a visit.
Ogar stopped in his tracks.
"Enough, we will have a short break."
One thousand students nodded their heads.
"You've returned.
"I've heard the news. So, what brought you here?"
There was no way that Bae Seungmin would pay him a visit for no reason.
Communication was possible. It was a fortunate thing for Bae Seungmin.
"There was a message from the master."
Bae Seungmin would speak informally, even to Takan, but only to Ogar, he kept his formality.
Ogar is a friend of Muyoung.
Friends are on an equal plain.
Therefore, Ogar, too, wasn't someone that Bae Seungmin could speak informally to.
"A message? Hm, that's new."
"The master would like to see you join the 'war'."
"Join the war?"
"Please lead everyone who can possibly be mobilized and start a war, throughout the territory, with every tribe other than the demon tribes."
"All Bultars, along with my 'students'?"
"Yes, he wants you to conquer them by absorbing those who lose."
Ogar swoop his chin.
An earnest prelude to a great war. That was what Bae Seungmin was talking about.
The true 'conquering war' by Muyoung has begun.
The request was for Ogar to start that.
This was a very dangerous proposal. After conquering many areas with his troops, there might not be a good solution should Ogar develop a different idea.
It was possible as trust was there as the very fundamental prerequisite.
"After having increased the territory? Wasn't a good justification needed for a war?"
"It would be freedom from every control."
"Freedom from control? That's hypocritical. Ultimately, everyone will be under Muyoung's control?"
"Overthrow Baal! Including Gremory and a few demon gods will help us."
"...! Demon gods?"
Ogar was shocked.
Muyoung. He has truly reached out even to the demon gods.
If only Baal could be overthrown, if that possibility existed, there were many who would accept another control.
"My master has destroyed demon gods Dantalian and Lerajie. He has obtained their powers and authorities, and preparing an attack on Baal, along with demon gods who oppose Baal."
"Ha, He's gone mad. He has really started something!"
Ogar trembled. That bastard has finally taken out demon gods. The one who was definitely a 'weakling' when he had first met has developed to reach such a level.
It was hard to believe. However, Bae Seungmin had no reason to lie. If it was true, Ogar could not just stay put idly.
'Overthrow Baal. Haha!'
It wasn't possible to think of that even in the dreams. Furthermore, the fact that he has intended to join forces with those opposing demon gods could have never been thought of.
No more time was needed for consideration.
With slightly flushed face, Ogar smiled softly.
"I'll gladly take the lead."
Now, Muyoung wasn't alone. He had hands and feet that would move for him.
And very trustworthy ones, at that.
A turbulence that will shake up the demon world in Muyoung's territory was starting.
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