Night of the Soulless Heathens – 490



#491. Night of the Soulless Blasphemous 2

The sky is dark.

Since it doesn’t come up even if you do it there is no concept of time.

Azadin used his sled and ghost goat to make his way through the darkness.

In the gust of wind the sled moves forward at a terrifying speed.

Corpses and debris piled up to block the road but the sled was able to pass over them safely thanks to the continued accumulation of snow and ice on top of these obstacles.

“hmm?”

As he climbed the ridge Azadin noticed smoke nearby.

From a high altitude smoke can be seen here and there.

Are there still people alive?

Azadin clicked his tongue as he noticed where the smoke was rising.

There was a huge tree growing there blocking the snowstorm.

“That tree…..”

The Nether Reaper Grimthrown had grown into a giant tree in various places and it seemed that refugees were gathering in the trees and cooking.

“Shall we check?”

Azadin took hold of the sled’s mast and adjusted the rudder guiding the sled towards the place where the Grimslow trees grew.

I had a feeling that meeting the survivors in the current situation wouldn’t be a good thing.

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As I approached the Grimslow Tree I noticed that it was a cluster of strange otherworldly trees growing dozens of feet tall.

It’s huge.

Not only was it tall but its circumference was also enormous so that the cluster of trees seemed to far surpass any great castle or human castle.

Surprisingly the place where this tree grew was not that cold.

Of course the ice is frozen but it is much warmer than other places.

Just being able to block the blizzard that feels like it’s going to bite your flesh is enough to make you feel grateful.

Azadin parked the sled near the tree and got off.

Those who were watching outside from the trees did not spot Azadin’s sled even though it was quite close.

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They were lighting fires for surveillance but their night vision was still poor. It was impossible to spot Azadin with that much light.

‘Okay then shall we try to sneak inside?’

Azadin got down from his sled summoned a ghostly goat and rode it until he reached the outskirts of Grimthrown’s Tree.

When I touch the tree I feel its warmth.

‘Even though Grimslow was a Nether reaper he tried to help humans. The way he helped them was a bit crazy…’

It seemed like Grimstone had created this tree to save humanity.

I guess I should say it’s fortunate.

Azadin walked along the outer wall of the tree and found some openings that he could enter through.

As you enter the tunnel made of twisted trees you can see inside.

Inside countless tents were lined up around the intermediate supply base that the Azadin Army had created.

“…….”

Ironically at this moment Azadin felt great joy.

My legs feel relieved to see that humanity has survived and not gone extinct.

Azadin himself may not have admitted it but he must have been quite desperate to the point where his legs gave out.

‘How many people are there? Hmm. Is there anyone I can get some information from?’

It was at that moment that Azadin looked around.

“You kids! What are you doing!”

“Hey stop eating free food and come here and play!”

“Don’t make me laugh! You rude bastards. Do you know who you’re picking a fight with? Do you want to die?!”

“Since we’re going to die anyway let’s just enjoy ourselves until we die. At least we have some food here.”

A group of thugs surrounded the men who appeared to be knights.

Those who were knights of the King’s Church and covered in the church’s insignia and cloaks looked injured and had difficulty moving.

On the other hand the residents surrounding them are numerous and their weapons are also quite sturdy.

They are armed with military weapons perhaps because they have preemptively looted and raided supply materials.

‘I tried not to show myself in front of people if it was something like this.’

Azadin sighed at the sight climbed up onto the scaffold jumped down and made a surprise attack on the scoundrels.

Azadin landed on the spears of the scoundrels who were threatening the wounded knights with their spears out.

“Huh?!”

“Eww!”

Those who had been holding the spear with their frozen hands screamed and let go of the spear.

Surprisingly some of the fingers fell off.

The finger which was already rotting from frostbite could not withstand the impact and was cut off.

“Anyone who commits looting rioting or rape will be punished by military law. Stop this outrageous behavior!”

“Huh!”

“What the?! You… Huh?!”

“uh?!”

They recognized Azadin and were terrified.

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Not only them but also the knights who were rescued by Azadin were confused.

“Your Majesty the Emperor!?”

“You’re alive!?”

Everyone’s gaze is filled with shock anger and hostility.

“Your Majesty! What are you you damned herald! You’re claiming to be the Emperor…”

“Yeah! It’s all your fault…”

But at that moment Azadin pulled out his Arming Sword. It was not a very long one-handed sword but when Azadin grabbed it and swung it it transformed into a silver whip and cut cleanly even at a distance where the sword could not reach.

“uh?!”

“Eww?! This guy!”

“The frostbite is too severe. It’s not even bleeding. It’s only because it’s cold that it’s alive.”

Azadin cut off the arms and hands of the rioters who were left hanging rotting like statues and clicked his tongue.

Are you saying that you were threatening an injured woman even though her hands and feet were rotting away?

Azadin sighed and cast a healing spell.

A holy light spread around Azadin instantly healing the mobs and knights.

“uh?!”

The mob was shocked to see that the frostbitten area was healing and new flesh was growing although the severed area did not regenerate.

Azadin did not lose the power of white magic.

‘But it’s the power of a rescue worker.’

Azadin as a rescue knight instead of the New King’s Book used his white magic to heal them and look after them.

“Originally castration would have been right but since it seems that you are already incapacitated I will end it here. So what happened while I was away? How long has it been since we gathered here?”

“…Don’t make me laugh! Do you still think you’re the king!?”

“If I kill this guy won’t the light of the king’s flower return?”

People were talking nonsense and pointing their spears at Azadin.

But Azadin whistled leisurely.

“So you are saying that you will die now and share your food with others? I tried to make an exception for you and spare your life but now that you are repenting your sins and want to die I can’t stop you.”

“Huh!”

Everyone was speechless by Azadin’s threats.

If you think about it Azadin ascended to the throne not because of his bloodline but because of his own brute force.

‘I heard they were all dying… but they’re still in good health?’

‘This is ridiculous. This kid….’

Then the knights opened their mouths.

“First of all thank you for your help. However… Your Majesty Azadin.”

“I don’t want any help from you!”

Azadin could feel the anger and despair in their voices.

“You and your empress have performed miracles! Even we were thrilled to see ordinary people become knights and perform miracles!”

“The world has changed! I believed that peace would come!”

“But what is this!”

“okay!”

“You son of a bitch! You made me look forward to it!”

Someone threw a stone at Azadin.

Although the stone was thrown while hiding in the dark shadows Azadin’s eyes were clear enough to pierce through the darkness.

Azadin slashed away the flying projectile with his sword and smiled bitterly.

As the hopes and expectations were high people’s despair and shock also grew.

Azadin and Medium were simply doing what they could to save the world.

People were feeling hurt by the effort and were instead blaming Azadin.

“Is it true that Your Majesty extinguished the light of the royal flower?”

The knight who was rescued by Azadin still maintained her dignity and asked Azadin a question.

“Of course not. You believe in stupid things.”

“Then what do you mean! We trusted you! You would unite Hybris drive out the Nether Reapers and save us! But why…?”

“I did my best and I plan to continue to do my best.”

“Words like that don’t give us any comfort! Please… tell us that the world can be saved! Tell us that we can live!”

“We can live. Virtue is still with us. The magic of virtue protects us…”

But at that moment people became furious.

“Don’t make me laugh!”

“Those little miracles won’t be enough to defeat the Nether’s Grim Reaper!”

“If you think about it aren’t angels just things that were defeated by the god of death and turned into stones?”

People also knew vaguely.

If you were to pit your power against the Nether’s reapers you would be no match for them.

The miracles that the angels and the god kings of Yaegas performed were certainly great but the moment the Nether’s messengers unleashed their full power the light of the royal flower disappeared and an endless night began in the world.

Up until now Fimbulbert was just a prologue.

“And yet you can live?! Just by keeping and believing in such virtues?!”

“Don’t be ridiculous! Emperor! You have failed! You are only making my suffering worse!”

“…….”

I know it in my head.

They just needed someone to vent their frustrations to.

It was so painful that I just let out all my anger.

If they are already hysterical due to extreme stress there is no need to talk to them now. It is more reasonable to kick them out and force them to listen.

however….

Azadin also understood their despair all too deeply.

“It must be painful. You were so happy that the light of hope was lit but evil is so powerful and the candle in your hand is blown out by that huge storm. But can you not help me?”

“You need help?”

“Yes. Help me. I hope you will not lose your faith will not lose your dignity and will live to the end with virtue. That is…..”

“Don’t make me laugh!”

The mob was outraged by Azadin’s demands.

“Even in this situation that damn new medicine?! What are you going to do with it!?”

“That could change this situation?! Don’t make me laugh!”

The angry mob glared at Azadin who was still making noises that sounded like he was catching a dream.

However it was impossible for them to harm Azadin with their abilities.

“Okay I’ll go. But before I do who’s managing the supplies here?”

People’s eyes were turned to the tent in front of the supply base.

As Azadin approached the tent a figure came out from inside hastily putting on his trousers.

“Your Majesty.”

The insignia of the Azadin Army are spread out and high-quality furs are piled up like mountains inside the tent.

And inside naked women covered in fur were panicking and incense with luxurious scents were spreading light and fragrance.

Azadin looked at the situation inside and clicked his tongue.

The smell of alcohol was wafting from the captain’s mouth. And there were signs of violence and abuse all around him.

They had already established their own kingdom here.