Magic Is Learned For Nothing [EN]: Chapter 372

Magic is Learned in Vain – Episode 373

# 373

The Conspiracy of Duke Continent (1)

Duke Continent’s camp.

Even though it was past midnight, many were still awake.

They had achieved a great victory at the start of the war, but they were just as anxious.

Especially with the newly revealed information, Duke Continent and Duke Trump felt their chests tighten and their mouths dry.

“Was the Crown Prince really found on the King’s faction side?”

Duke Trump stood up abruptly, unable to sit still. It was an unexpected variable.

The civil war had started on the premise that there was no heir to the King.

To seize the next royal power.

But if the Crown Prince was alive, the story changes. They have no justification.

They are merely traitors who instigated a rebellion.

If this fact becomes known to the people, public sentiment will turn against them overnight.

Even if they seize royal power, it was uncertain how long they could maintain it if they lost the people’s support.

“So it seems.”

Duke Continent.

The King’s younger brother and once known as the guardian of the kingdom.

But now, he is an ambitious man who drove his nephew to death and seeks to become King himself.

He was ruthless and bold, not easily fazed by ordinary matters.

He answered while drinking tea.

“Isn’t this a big problem?”

“There’s no confirmation. The Crown Prince… is dead, isn’t he?”

“Hmm. The body was not identified.”

“Hmph.”

Duke Continent clasped his hands and raised his chin. An indescribable light flowed from his sharp eyes.

“It’s highly likely he’s not the Crown Prince.”

“I think so too.”

“But that’s what we think, and the common people may not think so. They will surely promote the return of the Crown Prince extensively.”

“Probably.”

“The morale of our army will drop sharply. There are still quite a few nobles and people who are loyal to the royal family.”

“I know.”

“What are you going to do?”

“You ask the obvious.”

“……”

Duke Trump closed his mouth and stared at Duke Continent. His lord was not just a simple Duke.

He wasn’t just ambitious without ability.

He had sufficient qualifications to become King.

No, if he had the ability to wage simultaneous northern and southern expeditions, he could become a King of Blood.

An empire……?

The kingdom rising to become an empire?

Wasn’t that a scene he couldn’t even dream of?

But Duke Continent told him to dream together.

To run towards the endless plains spread across the continent.

His heart raced.

Even if it was a dream……

No, because he could dream, Duke Trump was able to run without rest.

Now is the final act of the first part.

The moment Duke Continent becomes King, the kingdom will gain wings.

“The Crown Prince was not there. He never was, and he never will be.”

“Does that mean?”

“It means it doesn’t matter whether he is the real Crown Prince or not.”

“Did you take action?”

Duke Continent twisted his lips.

That must be the case.

Duke Trump nodded.

If Duke Continent took action, that matter was over. There was no need to worry about it anymore.

He only needed to focus on the battle against the royal army tomorrow.

“If he’s gone, rumors won’t spread either. But those gnats are still bothering me.”

“I will end it tomorrow.”

“Is there a way?”

“Because we have their help.”

“Hmm. I don’t like it… but is it an unavoidable choice?”

“The enemy of my enemy is my friend.”

“Be careful. They are never to be trusted.”

“I know. But right now, we want the same thing.”

“It’s very dangerous. Keep that in mind.”

“I understand.”

Duke Trump nodded and left the building. He looked at the Second Palace, which was being used as the headquarters.

It was a very beautiful building.

It was also the building that Duke Continent’s mother used to use. Now it is a palace stained with blood.

Duke Trump moved to another building under the protection of his escort knights.

* * *

Legion and Miback arrived near the Legion army. It was a distance of only half a day.

But it was too late.

It would be better to rest and arrive early tomorrow morning.

“Why am I so tired? When you think about it, it’s not that far.”

Legion seriously considered whether he should eat Samgyetang [Korean ginseng chicken soup] to replenish his energy.

“It’s a short distance, but we’ve been through all sorts of things.”

Miback said cautiously with a swollen face.

He was really beaten badly. And he vowed. Never talk about women in front of Legion again.

He had been bullied since he was young. He was beaten quite a bit by the popular delinquent wizards.

But it was nothing compared to being hit by CEO Legion’s staff.

It felt like his soul left and came back.

He actually saw his body floating in the air. His body was slumped on the floor.

What was even more surprising was that even though his soul had left, his body was begging, ‘I was wrong.’

CEO Legion’s terrifying violence was imprinted on his body.

His body still trembled when he thought about it.

-You bastard, you soulless bastard, I told you not to bet with Legion. We live on your luck, but I feel sorry for you, so I’m telling you, but you don’t listen.

The spirits of curses shouted while pulling Miback’s cheeks, but he still couldn’t see them.

Perhaps he would never know that the spirits of curses were living in his body.

“Now, spread out the mats.”

“Yes, sir.”

Miback took out a sleeping bag and spread it on the floor. It was a newly invented magic item.

It’s only the size of a fingernail, but it gets this big when you throw it on the floor. It’s filled with duck down, so it’s so hot it’s steamy.

In the past, a bonfire was essential, but now it wasn’t necessary.

They didn’t even set up a boundary magic and just crawled into their sleeping bags.

“Aren’t you going to brush your teeth?”

“I’ll brush them tomorrow. I’m too tired.”

“If your teeth rot, there’s no answer. Do you know the priests who specialize in treating teeth?”

“Yeah, I’ve heard of them.”

“It’s called implant magic. It’s a magic that removes a rotten tooth and replaces it with an artificial tooth made of ivory. It’s quite expensive.”

“Are you telling me to start a tooth business too?”

“No. I’m just saying. But implant magic is said to be incredibly painful. What should I say? It’s as painful as a woman giving birth.”

“Is it that painful?”

“Yes, so always brush your teeth for 3 minutes before going to bed.”

“Ah, it’s annoying.”

“I saw it last time, and it seemed like you had bad breath, CEO.”

“Hey, have you ever seen a protagonist with bad breath?”

“That’s why I’m telling you to brush your teeth. Think about it. You’re facing a powerful enemy, but the opponent covers his nose and says, ‘Ugh, you bastard, your breath stinks so bad. I can’t fight you.’ How would you feel?”

“……”

Legion imagined himself facing an enemy standing in front of him wearing splendid armor.

He covers his nose and says, ‘Ugh, you bastard, your breath stinks so bad. I can’t fight you.’?

It’s really humiliating.

“Okay. I’ll brush my teeth.”

Legion fumbled out of his sleeping bag.

How nice would it be if there was magic to brush your teeth at times like this.

That’s right!

There was a spirit named Undine.

In classic novels, people who made contracts with Undine could get rid of the dust on their bodies without even using their hands.

Wouldn’t it be possible to brush your teeth using Undine?

That’s a brilliant idea.

I need to sign an exclusive contract with Undine.

A monthly fee for brushing teeth. About 2 gold? If you’re a noble, wouldn’t you sign up for everything?

It seems like it could be quite profitable.

Legion felt good after finding a new business item.

He put salt on his finger and then brushed his mouth. It definitely feels refreshing.

-Five men are passing over the tree.

Mark said.

As his abilities increased, Mark’s scanning range also widened considerably. He seemed to be able to cover about 500 meters without using any magic.

Thanks to that, it’s comfortable to sleep.

It’s like having a radar on all the time.

Of course, Mark also grumbled quite a bit. He said that his place was gradually decreasing.

Legion didn’t comfort him. Because of you, I’m still a seedless watermelon. You bastard.

Legion raised his head and looked at the five men. They were men wearing black uniforms.

This is a forest.

Moreover, it is a dark night.

Their stealth skills were so good that their appearance was hardly captured.

Miback didn’t even feel them at all.

They didn’t even know that there were people here.

Only Legion noticed them.

“What are those guys?”

-Assassin or Ranger.

“Which side are they on?”

-The direction seems to be where our army is stationed.

“Are they trying to assassinate Dreiser? Then let’s leave them alone. Dreiser isn’t someone who would die at their hands. It’s also annoying.”

-It may not be Dreiser.

“Then?”

-We can’t rule out the possibility of Count Persimmon or Baserabap. It could be another noble.”

“Ah, it’s annoying.”

Legion shook his head and his figure disappeared.

He unknowingly stopped the special assassins who were trying to assassinate Lauzel.

* * *

Duke Continent switched from whiskey to wine.

He couldn’t drink the whiskey he usually enjoyed. The civil war will be decided in a few days.

Until then, he must maintain at least a clear mind.

Perhaps everything could end as early as tomorrow.

The King’s faction guys rolled their heads well, but they were weaker than expected. Count Gaggle, one of the Central Five, who had been so arrogant, died without even using his proper strength.

Well, it was possible because one of them joined hands with us.

The King’s faction will know nothing.

They would never have imagined that one of the leaders would be working with this side.

Duke Continent checked the time.

It’s past midnight and almost one o’clock.

The appointment time is approaching.

He went to great lengths to invite him, no, her. He was already short of funds.

This was an unexpected expense.

But there was no other way.

Marquis Porse, whom he trusted the most, suddenly disappeared one day.

It wasn’t just him who disappeared.

The knights and soldiers he had raised throughout his life had also vanished.

His vassals say.

“It seems that Marquis Porse has defected to another kingdom.”

He was his most trusted subordinate, but he had been angry due to the failure to assassinate Baserabap and the Bon Dragon incident.

But he never thought of kicking him out.

Because there was no subordinate with such strong loyalty and-

Because there was no subordinate with such powerful force.

Moreover, he has great leadership skills.

That’s why he can move the Five Great Generals of Duke Continent.

If Duke Trump is a master of politics and diplomacy, Marquis Porse was the strongest sword Duke Continent had.

The strongest sword was not broken, but disappeared.

He pretends to be okay on the outside, but he is very unpleasant and anxious on the inside.

So, although he was inwardly displeased with Duke Trump bringing them in, he had no choice but to accept it.

Knock knock.

-Your Highness.

The servant knocks on the office.

“What is it?”

-That person has arrived.

“I understand. Tell them I’ll be out soon.”

-Yes, Your Highness.

Duke Continent looked in the mirror, straightened his clothes, and went out of the office.

He went down the stairs.

He sees her, who will become the new sword.

Indeed……

Much more beautiful than the rumors.

One of the Seven Great Powerhouses of the kingdom.

The only woman among the Seven Great Powerhouses of the kingdom.

Monsenger the Wanderer.

Duke Continent smiled pleasantly as he looked at her.

Monsenger frowned as she looked at him.

“Duke Continent?”

“That is correct.”

“Are you really going to give me 500,000 gold?”