My Lord Who Is Being Prudent! [EN]: Chapter 275

275. Gathering War Clouds (1)

Amelia suddenly collapsed to the floor.

Sian hurriedly checked on Amelia, and thankfully, she seemed to be fine.

It seemed she had fainted from the shock…

But judging from her soft breathing, it was closer to sleeping than fainting.

It seemed the fatigue from this business trip had overwhelmed her all at once.

Sian gently picked up the fallen Amelia.

Amelia didn’t react at all during the process.

She was truly sound asleep, to the point where she wouldn’t notice if someone carried her away.

“What if something dangerous happens to her like this?”

Of course, that was unlikely to happen in Ruben.

Amelia often went on business trips and spent a lot of time outside.

Well, she was always escorted by soldiers, so there wasn’t much to worry about.

Still, as a woman, she needed to be especially careful.

Sian shook his head and laid Amelia on the bed.

Then, he carefully stepped out of the room.

He couldn’t bring himself to wake her while she was sleeping so peacefully.

Besides, going to the Imperial Palace wasn’t extremely urgent.

That was because he had already made all the necessary in-app purchases.

[Due to an unprecedented runaway of causality, the maintenance time is expected to be quite long.]

[We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by the extended maintenance.]

[We will provide compensation for the emergency maintenance, so please refer to it when using the service.]

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《Immediate completion tickets for all facilities and research purchased before the maintenance.》

He couldn’t make any in-app purchases until the maintenance was over.

KWAHHHHHHHHH—!!

Along with the emergency maintenance notification, a tremendous storm began to rage outside the Lord’s Castle.

“Uwaaaaaa!”

“W-What is this again!”

“The Guardian is angry! The Guardian is definitely angry!!”

Consequently, the Beastmen began to panic.

The existing territory residents of Ruben were just taking it in stride.

“Ruben is getting destroyed again.”

“I wonder why it’s doing this this time.”

“I don’t know. Don’t ask.”

To be precise, it seemed they had given up on thinking.

However, the Beastmen were simultaneously displaying both fussiness and shock as they dashed around.

It was something they would have to adapt to if they wanted to live in Ruben in the future.

Sian chuckled at the scene outside the window.

“More importantly, the in-app purchase amount was higher than I thought…”

Well, Mobile Lord’s in-app purchase inducement was never in its right mind, but this time it was a bit unexpected.

He didn’t expect to use all 1.5 billion gold.

But when he thought about it carefully, there were many reasons for it.

The overdue maintenance costs.

Elodie’s knowledge and Morkuru’s technologies.

The Beastmen’s residential and living areas.

Especially the newly established intelligence department.

With Diana’s recruitment, the related facilities were reorganized and newly built.

And a tremendous amount of gold was consumed there.

《I’ll Pierce Through You, I’ll Figure You Out! Intelligence Agency Lv.2》 (10,000,000 G)

《You Want to Pierce Through? Hmph! I’ll Block You! Security Facility Lv.1》 (4,000,000 G)

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Building new buildings started at a basic unit of millions.

Upgrading them soared to tens of millions.

Information-related facilities were very expensive compared to other facilities.

“Information is money, they say.”

It seemed that saying wasn’t for nothing.

But was that what it meant?

I don’t think so… well, anyway.

With that, Sian was lost in thought as he moved his feet.

There was still a mountain of work left to do, but he had put out the immediate fires.

And he didn’t have enough gold to make in-app purchases right now.

There wasn’t much to do until Amelia woke up.

Sian trudged along.

The place where he stopped was the Lord’s personal training ground located in the basement of the Lord’s Castle.

It was originally a training ground that had been destroyed by Leia and Kendrick’s sparring.

But just now, perhaps because of the immediate completion ticket.

“It’s clean.”

It was as clean as new now.

And the reason why Sian came back to the training ground.

The reason was to confirm two things.

First of all.

『《Nature’s Breath (自然志氣)》

▶The Achievement Holder’s body resembles the properties of nature. Fully absorbs the Qi (氣) that exists in nature. (Magic Accumulation Efficiency +∞%)』

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Arnaize Special, [Effect 3] in .

Sian quietly closed his eyes and concentrated his mind.

Then, Thump!

With a great vibration, the Dragon Heart began to pulsate fiercely.

Sian continued to recite the incantation of the Demon Soul Control Method (魔魂制法) [a technique to control demonic energy].

Saaaaaa….

A dark aura rose and spread around.

And soon, the power of magic in the air was sucked into Sian.

Eventually, the body of the Extreme Demon Body (極魔肢體) [a body optimized for demonic energy] completely absorbed that power.

Up to this point was the process Sian had shown when practicing magic.

But this time it didn’t end here.

A clear energy felt between the senses.

A certain greenish energy was clearly felt in Sian’s senses.

‘It seems that this is the effect of Nature’s Breath…’

Having finished thinking that far, Sian closed his thoughts.

He focused on the energy he felt as he gathered his mind.

As a result of confirming the effect of Nature’s Breath.

‘Infinite is infinite, but is it not infinite?’

That’s how it could be defined.

It sounded like nonsense, but there was no other way to express it.

To put it a little more simply, it couldn’t be said to be the concept of infinity.

To explain it further, several complex concepts were needed.

But that would be a headache, so pass.

Just to summarize in a few words.

‘I can accept the complete power of nature.’

Even in its natural state, without the need for any special refining process.

If there is 100 magic power, it remains 100 magic power.

It made the loss of magic power 0%.

In other words, it seemed to be calculated as +∞% with the concept of 100 out of 0.

Therefore, strictly speaking, it could not be called infinite.

However, on the other hand, it could be seen as almost infinite efficiency.

To be exact, it could be seen as infinite efficiency only for Sian.

The Dragon’s body, with a magic power conductivity approaching 100%.

As a so-called Superconductor, he could absorb the efficiency to the extreme.

In fact, the magic accumulated by the breath just now was enormous.

About 1/1,000th of the Elixir of Mileage?

Considering the amount of magic power contained in the elixir, it was truly an absurd amount.

Therefore, the concept of infinite is infinite, but not infinite.

‘It’s a scam.’

It could be seen as a scam after all.

Sian chuckled and scattered his breath, Hoo….

It would be nice to continue training like this, but there was one more thing left to check.

『[Lord Only] – Beginner Growth Support Ultra Package (10,000,000 G)

Contents: Arnaize’s Top-Level Martial Art (武功) [a powerful martial art technique]』

-This product can only be purchased once.

-This product is a causal super-discounted product, and refunds are not possible upon purchase.

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The Demon Soul Asura Sword (魔魂修羅劍) [a sword technique focused on demonic energy], the next step after Asura.

A terrifying price of 10 million gold.

However, Sian had completed the in-app purchase without any problems.

“But I don’t know if I can train because Mobile Lord is under maintenance.”

…That question was soon answered.

Whahhhhh!

A bright light burst out in front of Sian’s eyes.

By the time the light had subsided.

Sian could see a man standing in front of him.

A cold, handsome man with a chilling aura.

Silver hair that exuded a somewhat dreamy atmosphere.

The strongest Arnaize, Kyle.

Of course, it wasn’t the real Kyle.

In other words, it wasn’t the living Kyle.

“I feel this every time, but it feels so real.”

However, Sian felt as if he was facing the real, living Kyle.

Soon, Kyle raised his eyes and looked at Sian.

Even though it was just a hallucination, Kyle’s eyes were directed precisely at Sian.

And for a moment.

Kyle moved.

Moved…?

Sian deeply questioned the thought he had just had.

That was because Kyle, as seen by Sian’s eyes.

The Kyle in front of him hadn’t moved.

He was just standing still, Kyle was looking at Sian.

Kyle had been in that position since earlier.

But his senses weren’t saying that.

The expanded sense of Ki [life energy] inherited from Karze.

That sense of Ki was saying, ‘Kyle moved.’

In an instant, goosebumps erupted all over his body.

Without realizing it, Sian’s mouth opened slightly.

Kyle was still standing still.

But Kyle was now… wielding a sword.

He couldn’t keep up.

The five senses of sight couldn’t keep up with the speed at which Kyle was moving.

Only the Dragon’s sense of Ki was barely keeping up.

Not even leaving afterimages, not even showing trajectories.

The extreme of speed, Quickness (快) [referring to the speed of the sword].

The sound of footsteps, Sabak, was heard.

Only then did Kyle’s movements begin to be captured by the information of sight.

And.

The trajectory of the sword stopped abruptly.

The sword, which he didn’t even know when it was drawn, began to bend in a strange direction.

As if defying the laws.

Also, the sword was bent and twisted as if it were alive and moving on its own.

This time he was seeing it with his eyes.

He was clearly feeling it with his senses.

But… but…

Fasaak.

He can’t see it. He can’t feel it.

The trajectory of that sword, the flow.

It was far beyond expectation and recognition.

Changeable, Illusion (幻) [referring to the illusionary movements of the sword].

And again, he stood tall.

Kyle’s strangely flowing sword suddenly stopped.

And this time, the sword flowed very slowly.

It was swung so slowly that it could be seen clearly.

Therefore, it didn’t seem very threatening.

However, Sian didn’t think so at all.

He was feeling an indescribable sense of pressure.

Clearly the sword was approaching slowly, but he couldn’t avoid it.

No, he couldn’t recognize the space to avoid it.

It was as if this entire space was dominated by Kyle’s sword.

The slowness of slowly walking and encroaching on the opponent’s territory, Dullness (鈍) [referring to the slow but inescapable nature of the sword].

Following that, Kyle showed numerous sword paths (劍路) [referring to the different styles of swordsmanship].

Steadfastness that does not yield to anything in the world, Strength (强) [referring to the power of the sword].

A sense of weight as if the entire sky was pressing down, Heaviness (重) [referring to the weight of the sword].

A flow that flows as smoothly as water, Flow (流) [referring to the fluidity of the sword].

A spirit that is not afraid even if ten million people come, Overlord (覇) [referring to the dominating nature of the sword].

That’s how Kyle’s sword stopped.

“······”

Sian was at a loss for words.

His mind was swirling with an unknown horror.

Following that, Tting!

《Starting the highest level course of Demon Soul Asura Sword (魔魂修羅劍).》

《A task tailored to the administrator’s level will be assigned.》

Soon, a window saying ‘Loading…’ popped up.

And after a little time, a new notification window popped up again.

《Copying Quick Sword (快劍) [0 / 1,000]》

《Copying Illusion Sword (幻劍) [0 / 1,000]》

《Copying Dull Sword (鈍劍) [0 / 1,000]》

《Copying Strength Sword (强劍) [0 / 1,000]》

《Copying Heavy Sword (重劍) [0 / 1,000]》

《Copying Flow Sword (流劍) [0 / 1,000]》

《Copying Overlord Sword (覇劍) [0 / 1,000]》

[Demon Soul Asura Sword (魔魂修羅劍) Highest Level Progress 0%]

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A fact that even his fellow Arnaize colleagues did not believe a thousand years ago.

“I really… wonder if Kyle was human.”

Sian felt like he knew the reason all too well.

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Kyle’s Demon Soul Asura Sword (魔魂修羅劍) always pursued the basics.

The basic Slash (斬) [referring to the act of cutting] and Thrust (衝) [referring to the act of piercing] of the form that a sword (劍) can take.

And this teaching could be said to be the basic mysteries of the sword (劍) unfolded based on those two realizations.

Quickness (快), Illusion (幻), Dullness (鈍), Strength (强), Heaviness (重), Flow (流), Overlord (覇).

This could be regarded as the basis of all swordsmanship (劍術) [referring to the art of swords].

All the swordsmanship that exists in the world is nothing more than a modification and mixture of the above mysteries.

No matter how strong the swordsmanship is.

It cannot escape from the framework mentioned above.

Therefore, mastering all the basic forms of swordsmanship.

That meant being able to utilize and use all swordsmanship.

In other words, truly using the sword (劍).

Completely placing the sword (劍) under control.

This could be said to be the true Demon Soul Asura Sword (魔魂修羅劍).

“It’s just crazy.”

But damn it.

That’s what it means, but it’s just not right in the head.

“Was he really human?”

To be honest, he didn’t dare to try.

He didn’t dare to follow that sword.

There was a reason why Kyle was called the strongest Arnaize.

“No, what kind of life did he live to gain such thoughts and realizations?”

In many ways, he couldn’t be seen as really sane.

“Well… it’s not as hopeless as it used to be.”

Fortunately, he could see a glimpse of possibility.

Sian wasn’t the dullard he used to be.

Should he say his perception has blossomed?

As he inherited Karze’s power, Sian became a complete Dragon, and as a result, he was far from being a dullard.

“I don’t think so when compared to Kyle…”

Nevertheless, Kyle’s sword was not in his right mind.

No, that was insane!

“What do you mean I can surpass Kyle?”

It was already so overwhelming just to follow him.

Sian could only shake his head.

Well, anyway.

As he was thinking this and that, he had already reached his destination.

He wanted to train the highest level course right away, but he couldn’t right now.

Sian was Kyle’s successor and the Lord of Ruben.

That’s how Sian left the training ground and headed here.

“Semir, are you inside?”

None other than .

He had heard the news that Semir had made Dragon equipment, so he abandoned his training and rushed over.

“Come in!”

A loud voice was heard from inside.

When Sian opened the door, he felt a hot heat!

Soon, Semir approached Sian as if he had come at the right time.

With a face dripping with sweat, he handed Sian a sword, shield, and staff.

“Oh. Is this the Dragon equipment?”

Then Semir nodded and replied.

“It’s a prototype. I’ve only made one of each…”

Sian accepted the equipment Semir handed him.

And certainly…

He felt like it was made with the Dragon’s essence.

From the atmosphere, the energy, and even the design.

The Dragon’s spirit was wafting.

“Amazing.”

It was so amazing that he couldn’t help but admire it.

To be honest, it could be said that he was fainting.

It wouldn’t be strange if he made a fuss, 으에에에엑?!

Perhaps Sian would have done so if he hadn’t been accustomed to the transcendent equipment, Immortality (不滅) and Annihilation (滅殺).

The two people far away in one corner.

“······!!”

“Oh my… Oh my goodness…!”

Like Lucas and Sera.

Lucas and Sera were staring with their eyes wide open, shocked.

Their eyes were fixed on the Dragon equipment Sian was holding, and they were stuck in their places.

Sian chuckled and said to Semir.

“More importantly, Semir. You made it faster than I thought. You said you weren’t confident.”

“That’s… the knowledge of the ancestors was more outstanding than I thought. To be exact, the ancestors were already researching the Dragon.”

As expected, Elodie and Morkuru seemed to have been researching the Dragon.

But understanding and applying it was another matter.

That could be seen as Semir’s pure ability.

“As expected, Semir.”

Sian simply raised his thumb.

The only Dragon equipment in the history of the continent.

The appearance had an indescribable majesty.

Then what about its performance?

Sian summoned the Sword of Annihilation to test its performance.

“Oh, right.”

But soon he scattered the Sword of Annihilation again at the thought that came to mind.

No matter how much Dragon equipment it was, it couldn’t withstand the transcendent equipment, the Sword of Annihilation.

Sian turned his gaze again.

And he called out to Lucas and Sera, who were still making shocked expressions.

“Don’t just stand there. Both of you, come here.”

At Sian’s words, Lucas and Sera suddenly came to their senses.

But they didn’t move with suspicious expressions.

It was too much trouble to explain, so Sian walked directly to them.

Then he handed the Dragon equipment to the two of them.

To Lucas, the sword and armor made of Dragon skin.

To Sera, the staff made of Dragon bones.

Then.

“······?”

“······?”

Lucas and Sera’s expressions began to float.

They didn’t seem to understand Sian’s actions themselves.

In other words, why are you giving this to us…? That was the expression on their faces.

It seemed they couldn’t imagine that he was giving it to them….

“What are you doing? Why aren’t you taking it?”

Sian said to them as if urging them.

Then Lucas and Sera widened their eyes.

“A-Are you giving it to us? These weapons, are you… saying that…?”

“Y-You’re giving it to me…? Really? Really?”

He wondered if their eyes would tear at that rate.

“Then would I have just called you two for no reason? Take it quickly. My arm hurts.”

Lucas and Sera could only open their mouths.

Sian directly handed the equipment to them.

But the two of them were just staring blankly at the equipment in their hands.

“What are you doing? Try using it quickly. We need to test its performance.”

Even though he urged them, they were still standing there blankly.

Just as Sian was about to step in out of frustration.

Bang!

“Lord! Something terrible has happened!”

Suddenly, the door of the smithy opened and someone shouted.

Wondering what it was, he looked there.

“Right now… Elantur is…!”

There stood Diana, a silver-haired woman with the moonlight, panting.

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Diana was heading to the dark world of Vener, following Sian’s orders.

To bring back the information that Shadow Moon had gathered so far.

And to bring back the remaining guild members and children.

But Diana couldn’t go to Vener after all.

To be exact, it was more accurate to say that she had no choice but to return urgently.

“What? Right now, Elantur is heading to Ruben with all his forces?”

The report from Hreus that she heard.

“Yes. Even Durak has stepped out… It seems they are planning to strike Ruben this time.”

“What is that…”

Diana immediately turned her steps and returned to Ruben.

That’s how she returned to Ruben.

Diana hurriedly headed to the smithy where Sian was.

“Right now… Elantur is…!”

And she reported all the related matters to Sian, whom she met.

Elantur led a tremendous force.

He summoned all his vassals and gathered a large force.

Also, this time Durak is directly commanding.

It seems they are planning to strike Ruben with determination.

Immediately after all the reports were finished.

“Phew, you scared me. I thought they had already invaded Ruben.”

Sian sighed in relief…?

Diana’s expression unknowingly went blank.

Well, it was understandable that he was relieved.

No, how could that be?

Absolutely not.

Originally, it was normal to show urgent reactions such as ‘What?!’ or ‘So suddenly!!’

He should never have been so calmly relieved.

So Diana had no choice but to ask.

“Did you… know?”

“Huh? What? That Elantur is invading?”

“Yes.”

“No. I’m hearing it from you for the first time, Diana.”

He’s hearing it for the first time, but he’s so calm?

Diana really wondered what was going on.

“Well… I expected it to some extent anyway. After all, we’re still at war.”

Sian shrugged his shoulders and continued.

“But their movements are faster than I thought.”

At the same time, he showed a rather unexpected reaction.

And that was the end.

He didn’t show any more reactions.

“No, that’s okay. Lucas, Sera. What are you doing not using it quickly?”

He was just saying something to Lucas and Sera.

Diana frowned.

No, is it okay to be so carefree in this situation!

It’s Elantur’s invasion, not anyone else’s.

This was a serious problem that could lead to the destruction of Ruben itself.

At least worry about it…!

“Oh. It’s definitely Dragon equipment.”

Worry about it…!

“Lucas. If you supply it to the soldiers, the White Wolf Knights will be fine, right?”

“It’s not a problem… I think they’ll just wipe them out… No, is this right?”

Worry about it….

“Sera, what about the magic corps? Compared to the Arcanic Magic Corps of Rothschild you saw last time?”

“Compared to what, they can just overwhelm them with magic power… No, is this right?”

Why… why should I worry?

It just makes my head hurt.

“Ah… no… I mean… Ah….”

Diana could only open her mouth.