N/T: Translation made by our friend 'Irving'. A big round of applause for him :)
Chapter 695
"How did I escape!? Do you think I would be defeated by the likes of the White Blood Religion’s leader?"
Ogram said, pounding his chest with a fist the size of a cauldron lid.
"What a beastly old man, boasting as usual!"
Despite her cold words, Chamber laughed with relief.
"Are you alright? Seeing you like this, I can't tell what's true and what's false."
King Lecross of Owen Kingdom tilted his head, unsure of what was happening.
"I'm curious too…."
The Magic Tower’s master also expressed her curiosity, shaking the screen again.
"……."
Raon paid no attention to the other Six Kings, focusing solely on the pale face of Derus Robert.
'He's flustered.'
While Chamber and King Lecross showed surprise and joy at Ogram's return, Derus Robert displayed only shock and confusion.
Having been under that bastard’s leash, Raon couldn't be deceived. Derus Robert was genuinely shocked, which was rare for him.
'I need to imprint on people's minds a little.'
To make them think there's something strange about him.
While the heads of the Six Kings were focused on Ogram, they didn't notice Derus’ distorted expression.
Now seemed like a good time to divert their attention.
"It's the first time I've seen the Sky Sword Saint show such a hardened expression. It seems you're so happy about the Beast King's return that you're flustered by it."
Raon smiled faintly, looking at Derus through the blue screen.
At this moment, it wasn't strange to interject since the heads and even the executives below them were happily talking.
Moreover, hiding sincerity within a joke didn’t make his statement seem out of place in the cheerful atmosphere.
"Hmm…."
Glenn's red eyes turned toward the third screen. He seemed to think Raon wouldn't say something without a reason, quickly scanning Derus’ expression.
"You're right? It's the first time I've seen that guy make such a face."
"Indeed, it's surprising."
Chamber and King Lecross also narrowed their eyes, observing Derus’ distorted expression.
"Light Wind division’s leader!"
Denier frowned unusually, suggesting it was impolite.
"No, he's right."
Derus lightly waved his hand, naturally showing his original kind-looking eyes.
"I must have been so happy about Sir Ogram's safe return that my face got quite messed up."
He brought his hands together in front, as if apologizing.
"Are you really that happy that I'm back?"
Ogram stroked his sharp chin, showing Derus a refreshing smile. His eyes were sharp despite the kind words.
"In fact, as soon as my youngest heard about Sir Ogram, he rushed to me and made a fuss, saying it couldn't be true. I told him it probably wasn't, but I'm glad I can give him the good news."
Derus used the name of his youngest son, Lephon Robert, to give a breezy smile.
"The child we saw at the previous Conference of the Six Kings?"
"Yes. He's extremely attached to the Six Kings and is also a huge fan of Sir Raon."
He nodded as if he found Lephon adorable just thinking about him.
‘Ha….’
Raon exhaled deeply, watching Derus converse with Ogram.
‘He's even selling out his own son.’
He's truly a madman.
Derus Robert, realizing his plan had collapsed, was momentarily flustered but quickly used his son to divert attention from himself.
To think he could have such a thought in a moment of lost composure, Raon couldn’t help but begrudgingly admire him, despite being an enemy.
“I almost made a huge mistake. I'm fortunate the Light Wind division’s leader was watching over me.”
Derus Robert slightly bowed his head, appearing grateful.
"No, it's nothing. You usually smile a lot, so I just noticed when your face darkened."
Raon waved his hand as if it was nothing, but emphasized that Derus was acting strange.
“It’s an honor to be thought of that way by the one destined to be the world's best, the leader of the Light Wind division.”
“There isn’t a swordsman in the world who doesn’t respect the Sky Sword Saint. You always show smiles and respect.”
Though he said "always," he implied it wasn’t the case today. It was a verbal battle. Raon smiled, not backing down from Derus even a bit.
“The Light Wind division’s leader….”
As Derus tried to continue, the fourth blue screen flashed, turning the dark screen yellow.
“Hello, everyone….”
In the screen that looked like it was bathed in sunset light, a blonde woman weakly raised her hand.
Despite being a breathtaking beauty, the dark circles under her eyes and a small mole on her nose made her look worn out.
That woman seemed to be Larian, the owner of the Magic Tower and the last of the Six Kings.
“Larian, you look good today.”
Chamber smiled sweetly at the Magic Tower’s master’s face.
“You definitely look brighter.”
King Lecross also nodded, seeming to agree.
"Seeing the Beast King safe and sound, you seem happy..."
The Magic Tower’s master, Larian, awkwardly smiled, brushing back her hair that had fallen below her shoulders.
Raon exhaled deeply at the sight.
‘That's considered looking good?’
She looked like she could die at any moment, yet they were saying she looked good. It was absurd.
“Enough about me….”
Larian struggled to raise her hand, pointing at Ogram.
“We need to hear the Beast King's story. Everyone's curious….”
“That’s true.”
Chamber nodded and turned her gaze to Ogram.
“Tell us what happened. Don’t give us some nonsense about escaping alone.”
She wiggled her fingers, urging him to speak quickly.
“I’m curious too. Please tell us.”
Derus Robert brought his hands together in front of him and bowed his head.
Watching him display such courtesy, even though he was the one causing it, made Raon barely suppress his nausea.
“There are certainly things I need to tell you.”
Ogram nodded, exhaling a low breath.
“As that old woman said, I didn’t survive alone, I received help.”
“Who are you calling an old woman!”
Chamber raised her small fist, ready to kill him if he said more.
“Help? Help from within the White Blood Religion’s headquarters?”
Ignoring Chamber’s words, King Lecross focused only on Ogram.
“No, my life was saved by the swordsmen from the north.”
Ogram pointed his finger at Glenn and Raon.
“North….”
“House Zieghart?”
“No way….”
The heads and executives of the Six Kings widened their eyes, unable to believe it.
“To explain from the beginning, I heard that the Chiran tribe was being attacked by the White Blood Religion’s leader and went there alone. As reported, the White Blood Religion’s leader was massacring the tribesmen, I lost my mind and driving her to the brink of death. Just when I was about to finish her off, I was unexpectedly ambushed. It was a swordsman with a black sword using the energy of death..."
Despite it being an embarrassing story, Ogram explained everything that had happened to him to the Six Kings.
While listening to Ogram's words, Raon kept his eyes on Derus. After his initial mistake, he kept his mask firmly on, not revealing his true expression. He was a tenacious enemy.
“…And that’s how I was able to return to the Beast Union.”
After finishing his explanation, Ogram lightly dusted off his hands.
“If it weren't for Glenn, Zieghart’s executives, and Raon, I wouldn’t be here now.”
He frowned, saying he would still be trapped in the White Blood Religion’s headquarters or dead.
“Raon. How did you find that old man’s trail?”
Chamber chuckled in disbelief, asking.
“Thanks to the Raging Sea.”
Raon raised his finger, summoning the energy of the Raging Sea.
“Thanks to the energy of the Raging Sea that Sir Ogram left behind, I was able to find his trail.”
Since the information about Raging Sea had already been revealed, he told the truth.
“Even if you learned the Raging Sea, your level must still be low."
King Lecross frowned, not understanding.
“Yes. It’s still low, only at six stars. I was lucky.”
“S-six stars?”
He widened his eyes, as if he had misheard.
“It hasn’t even been a year since you learned it, and it’s already six stars?”
“Unbelievable….”
King Lecross and Chamber stared at Raon, their lips trembling.
“Right? I was surprised too.”
Ogram chuckled, finding it hard to believe.
“He’s extraordinary. He shouldn’t be playing in Zieghart, he should be playing on the continent.”
“I agree. Even if he had learned magic, he would have had the potential to become the youngest archmage.”
“R-really?”
Larian took a deep breath, looking at Raon.
“Yes. If I had seen Raon first, I would have fought the old man Glenn to the death to take him.”
Chamber clicked her tongue regretfully.
“If he had become a knight, he would have been amazing too. There aren’t any warriors with such chivalry in this day and age."
King Lecross nodded, seeming proud of Raon.
“Cough!”
Glenn’s lips quivered each time the heads of the Six Kings praised Raon, and before long, he was half covering his face with his hand, letting out a dry cough. He looked both pained and extremely pleased.
“Hearing compliments about his grandson from the transcenders makes the lord unable to properly control his body.”
Sheryl laughed dryly, finding the situation amusing.
“Huhuhu, it's understandable considering who the compliments are coming from.”
Roenn said, showing a bright smile whenever Raon was praised.
“How is your condition, Sir Ogram? You were exposed to the energy of death and even drained of blood, so you must not be feeling well…”
Derus Robert feigned concern for Ogram while subtly probing for information on how he had restored the severance of his soul and body.
“When I woke up, the energy of death and the bloody energy were all gone. However, since I was unconscious, I don’t know what happened.”
Ogram shrugged and looked at Glenn and Raon.
“I took care of it.”
Glenn said firmly, waving his hand. He exuded a noble dignity, as if his lips had never been quivering.
“….”
Raon was surprised but said nothing, merely looking at Glenn.
‘Is he thinking of me?’
Glenn seemed to be concealing Raon’s involvement, thinking that there might be a spy of the swordsman who uses the energy of death among the executives of the Six Kings participating in this conference.
Understanding Glenn's intent, Raon did not intervene.
“I see, as expected, you are amazing.”
Derus Robert said, lightly touching the back of his hand and smiling.
“Having the lightning god among the Six Kings is indeed a great blessing for us all.”
He nodded exaggeratedly, expressing his relief.
“But about that energy of death.”
Chamber raised her finger.
“The one you mentioned before….”
“Yes, that’s correct.”
Raon nodded resolutely, looking at Chamber.
“It was the same as the one who ambushed me in front of the Saber Sword Sovereign’s tomb.”
Holding the blade of Heavenly Drive, Raon looked at the heads of the Six Kings.
“It seems the swordsman using the energy of death is targeting the Six Kings.”
He warned them with conviction. It could be said that he attended this conference just to deliver this warning.
“Yes. He’s a very dangerous individual. Do not let your guard down.”
Ogram clenched his teeth, saying he couldn't guarantee victory in a one-on-one fight against the swordsman.
“This information is invaluable.”
King Lecross sighed briefly.
“Thank you. The Light Wind division leader has done us a great service.”
He said, saluting Raon with his sword.
“Both the grandfather and the grandson are impressive. It’s really annoying.”
Chamber smiled warmly at Raon despite her words.
“Ahem!”
“Indeed! That kid is something!”
Glenn and Ogram nodded happily but then frowned as they glared at each other.
“Hey, old beast. How are you feeling? Can you fight?”
“That’s a foolish question. I could crush you right now if we fought.”
Ogram snorted dismissively.
“Judging by that savage response, you must be serious.”
Chamber laughed and nodded.
“Of course, I am serious. And there’s one more thing to tell you. That guy knew my personality well. Be careful, everyone.”
Ogram hinted at the possibility of a spy among them, twisting his lips.
“I will remember that.”
Derus nodded seriously, expressing gratitude.
“Our conversation was interrupted, but about Raon’s talent. He’s overwhelming, even compared to me. None of us reached that level at his age.”
Ogram resumed praising Raon after finishing his warning about the swordsman using the energy of death.
“That’s true,”
“I believe the Light Wind division leader’s true talent lies not in martial arts, but in his character. His level of chivalry is unparalleled, making him a role model for knights everywhere.”
“Ooh…”
Chamber and Lecross nodded in agreement, and Larian glanced at Raon with sparkling eyes.
"Ahem! The best in all ages, that's a bit too much!”
"No one said he's the best in all ages."
Glenn coughed while only hearing what he wanted to hear. The once serious Conference of the Six Kings had turned into a praise session for Raon.
Raon calmly nodded, lowering his eyelids.
‘It’s all done.’
Ogram had shown that he was in good health, warned all the Six Kings about the swordsman with the energy of death and the spy, and created a situation where Derus couldn't help but target him.
Having accomplished all he intended when attending this conference, he couldn’t help but smile naturally.
"...I see."
Derus smiled along with the others, but his lips curled slightly inward.
Raon clenched his fists as he watched Derus’ expression.
'I can see right through you.'
He’s about to explode from anger.
Derus Robert only curled his lips inward when he was truly enraged.
Though he appeared calm on the surface, inside, he was seething like a volcano ready to erupt.
‘This level of anger won’t do.’
Watching Derus’ distorted complexion, Raon smiled faintly.
‘The real game starts now.’
The day your mask falls is not far off.
