Playing the Perfect Fox-Eyed Villain Chapter 134

Episode 134. Red Ghost (2)

The phenomenon of red nomination.

This phenomenon only appears in demons with triangular level magic.

This can be seen as a case of overload, where the 'ideas' of Barbatos that are consumed in the body accumulate, and as they continue to accumulate, they are revealed in the 'horns'.

At this point, the demon will take one of two paths.

'One cannot bear the overload of thoughts, and the vessel bursts.'

In this case, the triangle demon loses its original form, explodes, and turns into a slimy substance.

To the point where it can no longer be called a demon.

'The other one is… … .'

The 'vessel' endures the acceptance of the 'idea' and becomes a feather.

To be exact, it would be more correct to say that the 'thought' 'adapts' to the body rather than 'endures'.

In the body of a demon that has begun to become a 'red spirit', a 'path' that makes it easy to consume powerful magic energy is created, just like in humans.

'Mana blood.'

Yes, that's right.

A demon that has succeeded in accumulating excessive 'ideology' will create another organ similar to 'humanity'.

This is the 'Magi Blood' that is purely for 'Demons', making it easier to handle 'Magi'.

A measure of this is the 'reddening' of the horns.

The problem is.

'This is what happens when you get through this process and the demon fully adapts.'

In fact, 'naturalization' itself does not pose a great risk.

It is true that it has greater power than a normal triangle demon, but it is still only at the level of a 'triangle demon'.

One, after completing transformation beyond the 'red ear', another horn will grow on top of the demon's head.

'Square Demon.'

Demons with such great power that one of them can easily destroy a city.

Most of the guys who have completed the 'Red Ears' course end up like that, which is why the expression 'Woohwa' was used.

'The demon seen through Yurian's memories right now has not yet completed its naturalization.'

The fact that the color of the horn was not completely dyed red is proof of this.

'But why of all things.'

That demon… … .

Looking at the one-armed demon in 'Amnesia', I clicked my tongue inwardly.

At that moment, a bitter taste began to linger on the tip of my tongue.

“Who are you!”

Pelkor's loud voice struck my ears.

Somehow, the guy's voice doesn't sound ordinary.

Being filled with hostility is not an ordinary reaction to seeing a person.

“……I asked who it was.”

At the voice of Pelkor who kept asking, I paused the 'amnesia' trait that was being played, and turned my head to check the face of the intruder who had come to visit.

Traces of battle covered his entire body.

Hair dyed dark gray.

A pupil that does not form a shape.

In the video that the trait played, the 'Red Demon' hinted at the appearance of this person.

Maybe that's why I wasn't particularly flustered even though the character appeared out of nowhere.

“Sir Zahat.”

He, a fellow student of the Black Knight Haydn Reich and a person known as the 'Blind Warrior', appeared, touching the ground with his cane.

“Huh, I didn’t think we were that deep in our relationship, but we meet in a place like this.”

Although the tone was emotionless, the aura trembled slightly.

I could tell that Zahat was secretly annoyed by my sudden appearance.

Why is the evil fate seen at the martial arts hall here?

Such doubts were felt in his aura.

“You followed me, didn’t you? If so, I can’t help but be astonished at your sense of responsibility.”

He clicked his tongue, probably guessing that the reason I was here was because I had followed him to catch him.

“It’s the first time since that day. It’s been a long time. I hope you’ve been well.”

“I’ve been doing fine up until now, but looking at your face…, damn it! I don’t think that’ll be the case in the future.”

“That’s really unfortunate.”

It seems like Zahat also knows that what I'm saying is nonsense. He just takes it as a joke.

Even though they exchanged such light greetings, Zahat's hostility did not disappear.

'The auror is still sharp.'

His specialty is Auror Sonar.

He was a blind man who always scattered an aura around him.

Through it, I was constantly checking the location of myself and the people around me.

Detailed and sharp enough to be ready for battle at any time.

“No matter how I look at it, it doesn’t seem like it followed me…….”

“That’s right, Lord Zahat.”

“Then why are you here?”

That question couldn't be answered easily.

“Well, let’s just say it’s a light walk. Hehe.”

A walk in the North, full of monsters and demons?

The sight of Pelkor, Joshua, and Zahat looking at me… … is vivid even without looking.

'You'll think I'm crazy.'

Even if I tell the truth, I don't think anyone will believe me, so it would be 'Yurien'-like to say this.

“Then why is Lord Zahat here?”

I asked the question, but actually I already know the reason.

The 'one-armed demon' we saw a little while ago through 'Amnesia'.

That's why Zahat is here.

Because that demon had a close relationship with him.

“Is there a reason to tell you? Isn’t our relationship… not deep enough to talk about personal things?”

“Aren’t you looking for a demon? Isn’t that why you came to this remote place to live as a mercenary?”

Looking for a demon?

At those words, Zahat's faded eyes slightly frowned.

“Did I ever say that I was looking for ‘that’?”

I shrugged my shoulders at his words.

In fact, it was something I had no reason to say, but it was to put an end to the 'one-armed demon' through Zahat.

'The guy is still alive.'

Something we could glimpse through 'Amnesia'.

Of the two demons that fought Yurian, one was killed, but the other escaped.

That is the 'one-armed demon' that Zahat is looking for, and he intends to send Zahat to kill the escaped one before he can completely finish his 'fable'.

Because I don't want to bother doing it myself.

Moreover, Zahat must do so.

“Oh… You know even though I never said anything.”

As Zahat's frowning eyes narrowed, the surrounding auras also seemed to become sharper.

“From the way you speak, do you think you know that I’m chasing a one-armed demon?”

“Sir Zahat, I am Yurian of the Closed Eyes, a former imperial agency.”

I just smiled faintly at his words.

“And… you also know that he was my ‘son’, right?”

Zahat sighs and tilts his head back as he sees me continuing to laugh.

“Son? Demon is your son?”

Since it was a story I already knew, I tried to ignore it, but Pelkor, who was listening, couldn't help but feel embarrassed.

“Surely not, marrying a demon…….”

Korya, Korya.

Why are you talking nonsense again?

Can't you just stay still?

“Hehe, there’s a guy who makes funny jokes. It seems like the royal family is really short on talent, having such a nerd around.”

Zahart found Pelkor's absurd words amusing and let out a criticism that bordered on insults.

Unfortunately, Pelkor has no relation to the royal family, but he must have thought so because I, the 'closed-eyed' one, was carrying him around.

Well, I can't necessarily say no.

It's true that it's less than that.

Is it strange that the Dawn Order accepts a guy like this as a monsignor? Or is it strange that the Dawn Order accepts a guy like this?

While I was thinking about this for a moment, Zahat continued speaking.

“More than that, Yulian, I want to hear the details from you.”

Iron griddle.

Zahat lifted his staff slightly, then grabbed the end of the stick with his hand and pulled it.

Slurp.

Then, the frosty figure of the Taoist god slowly revealed its presence.

“Where did you hear that story? And how did you hear it?”

surely.

I think if someone else knew the secret I was thinking of, I would probably take the same attitude.

How did you find out?

Furthermore, they will go to great lengths to bury those they know.

“Really… are you okay?”

But I hold the initiative in the story.

The guy is looking for his son, the 'one-armed demon', who has become a demon.

And I am the one who knows the approximate location.

“Aren’t you looking for the one-armed demon?”

"……okay."

“If it were me, I would have asked politely. You seem to be in too much of a hurry.”

Finally, he gave a short, “Hoo-hoo,” laugh to show his composure.

Zahat is probably well aware of this, but the hostility he feels in her body shows no sign of going away.

'In the end, should I just give it a break?'

Maybe that's what it should be.

The stubbornness of a father blinded by injustice is beyond imagination… … .

“……Oh, there are more uninvited guests.”

Fortunately or unfortunately, an ominous atmosphere arose around me.

“They are demons.”

Even though he didn't follow them with his eyes, Zahat sensed the 'magic' surroundings and figured out the identity of the intruder.

Soon, Felcor felt the magic and his body stiffened.

“Wh, what’s going on, Brother Yurian!”

Just one person.

Only Joshua was having trouble catching the enemy accurately.

“Perhaps, the evil demons were attracted by the afterglow of the magic left behind by the triangle demon.”

Considering that the 'residual thoughts' are still strong even after quite some time has passed, the influence of the Red Ghost is likely not small.

Zahat also clicked his tongue as he watched the number of demons gradually gathering.

“For now, I guess we should put aside what we talked about earlier. It would be better to share this after we clean up this place.”

“Would you like to do that? I don’t mind sharing it now.”

This time, I'll try to be useless. Anyway, Zahar will be the one to bow down either way.

Kwaaaa …

The first demon to appear attacked Zahat.

Even so, it's just a demon without horns.

If it were an ordinary person, it would have been quite a lot of trouble, but none of the people gathered here are ordinary people.

“How is it that, even in this situation…….”

Srrrrung──!

Zahat drew his sword from his staff and cut it down effortlessly.

Blood, like mucus, spurted out like a fountain.

“You’re still so arrogant…….”

Crunch.

I cut it once more, completely cutting off its airway.

“Did the Black Star teach you that?”

“Maybe so.”

That gentleman's shamelessness is something that 'Yurian' must have learned a lot about, so it's not a lie.

“……Tsk, I guess I should start by cleaning up this place.”

Zahat's body, which had been making a slightly irritated voice, disappeared in an instant.

***

“Ugh…….”

Let's clear out the demons, Pelkor groaned as if he was going to die.

“What, are you dead?”

Felcor grumbled as he watched Joshua fall.

The guy looked like he was dead, with his legs slumped over, but he was still gasping for breath.

With a slightly pitiful appearance.

“So, what do you want to do now?”

After clearing out the demons and wiping the blood off my Moon Sword with a single swing, I turn my head to look at Zahat.

“Would you like to continue that story from earlier?”

He smiles broadly and mentions what happened a little while ago.

Actually, I know that there was a time when the momentum was lost.

At this point, it would be as if the fight with Zahat never happened.

If not.

‘… … This is difficult.’

There may be more demons around.

It's not that difficult to handle though.

'It must be annoying.'

That's why I don't want to fight the strong Zahat for no reason.

However, if a triangle demon or red demon appears while your stamina is low, you will go straight to the underworld.

However, the owner of this extraordinary ego can never show a broken appearance, and he is boasting without being boastful.

“That’s enough. I’m curious where you heard that story, but if you want to know, you can find out for sure.”

“Is that so?”

“Besides, you served on the Northern Front, albeit briefly, so you probably know a thing or two.”

Phew, thankfully Zahat has given us a leg up.

“Even if that were true, what could I, a piece of trash, do to the royal sword and smiling executioner?”

Zahat smiled self-deprecatingly.

He put his sword back into his walking stick and began to walk, dragging his tired body.

“Since you’re not stopping me, I guess you’re not really here to catch me. I wonder why you’re here…….”

“The one-armed demon would have headed to the northern part of the continent.”

When he heard about his son, Zahat's tired eyes changed.

“You will see him in the snowy forest.”

Snowstorm Forest.

The place where Zahat and his son, the one-armed demon who became a demon, meet.

The story has changed a lot, but Zahat will still finish off the 'One-Armed Demon' in the Snowstorm Forest.

At one time, as a father who was more merciless than a blizzard, he will look at his son who has changed and chew on his mistakes.

'Because that's how it's always been.'

It has to be that way.

If that 'incident' doesn't happen, then any event that happens later will be like a 'disaster'.