The Heavenly Demon Can’t Live A Normal Life [EN]: Chapter 527

This was it. The operation to save Los Angeles. The future of the city, LA, was now uncertain.

Benjamin believed success was most important. He thought Roman Dmitry’s plan was too risky.

“It’s too risky,” Benjamin said. “Going into enemy territory alone? We know the Vampire Lord is very strong, at least S-rank. And many, many enemies are guarding the area. How can you fight such a monster by yourself?”

Roman Dmitry said, his voice calm but firm, “General Benjamin, why do you believe the American government asked *me* for help?”

Benjamin replied, “I was told it’s because you defeated an S-rank monster with a single attack.”

Roman Dmitry nodded slightly. “Exactly. I defeated an S-rank monster in one attack. So, I ask you again. Why do you think this is impossible for me?”

Benjamin hesitated, “Well, I…”

Roman Dmitry was not like others. He was stronger than what people usually thought was possible. For someone like him, normal rules didn’t apply. Defeating an S-rank monster in one hit was already seen as impossible by most people. So, arguing about whether this mission was too risky for Roman Dmitry was pointless.

Benjamin understood what Roman Dmitry meant. Roman Dmitry was asking why Benjamin doubted him when Roman Dmitry himself believed he could do it. Deep down, Benjamin wanted to believe it too. If Roman Dmitry could handle this alone, it would be the best possible outcome.

Roman Dmitry continued, “I know I broke international rules when I took over the Great Han Empire. The American government knows this too. But they also decided that I am the one who can fix this problem, so they asked for my help first. We all know what each side will gain from this agreement. I agreed to come knowing that America will likely criticize the Great Han Empire after this is over. And America knows that this deal will make the Great Han Empire stronger.”

“General Benjamin, think about it. If I was not strong enough, or if America had other options, this deal would never have happened. I am here, Roman Dmitry, because I can solve a problem that the American government cannot.”

Benjamin thought, *Arrogant.* This man was talking to the United States! Even when facing the world’s most powerful nation, Roman Dmitry acted like he was better than them, looking down on everyone. But Benjamin couldn’t argue with him. Roman Dmitry’s words were based on real things, on his proven strength. Benjamin couldn’t deny what was true.

Roman Dmitry explained, “Most importantly, this mission is not good for the United States. The Vampire Lord makes people into slaves. Your soldiers will feel bad about fighting against their own people. Especially soldiers from LA, they might stop if they see faces they know. But I am different. I will kill every enemy in my way. If you want to clear the path for me, go ahead. But I must be the only one to fight the Vampire Lord. Not for any special reason, just because I cannot let anyone get in my way during the fight.”

Hindrance? He saw the American soldiers, even the strong S-rank hunters who were coming, as just things in his way. Roman Dmitry made it very clear to those who still didn’t understand.

“I am here because you agreed to pay me. You just need to accept my help as we agreed. Don’t trick yourselves into thinking you can do more than that.”

He forced them to see the truth. He made them feel small and powerless.

Watching this, Park Min-woo, standing quietly in the corner of the room, felt a thrill run through him. He looked at Roman Dmitry, his eyes wide with admiration.

Before they left for LA, Roman Dmitry was carefully looking at maps and reports about the city. Park Min-woo watched him, curious.

“Why are you studying this so closely?” Park Min-woo asked. “They are no match for you anyway.”

He thought about the ranks – S-rank, SS-rank, SSS-rank. What did those ranks even mean? To the Heavenly Demon, they were nothing. Roman Dmitry answered Park Min-woo’s question, “No matter how strong I am, unexpected things can happen. Whether we win perfectly or fail depends on how well we prepare for these unexpected things. I want a perfect win. Because of this crisis in America, I will not let anyone even think about disrespecting the Great Han Empire.”

At that moment, Park Min-woo felt like he understood something important. *This is it.* This was why he wanted to follow the Heavenly Demon. He thought about his past life. He had been Alexandr. He had spent a long time getting ready to take over the continent. He thought he was finally close to being the best. But Roman Dmitry had completely beaten him. Roman Dmitry had only had a short time to prepare, but Alexandr, with all his careful plans, had been completely defeated. Now he understood why. Even though Roman Dmitry was incredibly strong, so strong that no one would dare challenge him, he was still careful. Because he prepared for every possibility, he could never be beaten by Roman Dmitry. Now, Park Min-woo felt excited.

Park Min-woo thought to himself, *You fools! You should all bow down to the Heavenly Demon now! So what if you are the most powerful country in the world? So what if you have a lot of money? It means nothing! Compared to the Heavenly Demon, you are all just ordinary people.* He almost laughed out loud. He felt like there was a clear line in the room. On one side was Roman Dmitry, and on the other side was everyone else. He was the only one who supported Roman Dmitry here, and it made him feel incredibly safe. *What if Benjamin gets angry and slams his fist on the table?* Park Min-woo thought. *The United States would be finished that day. But if they are smart and listen to Roman Dmitry, the Vampire Lord will be defeated easily, and the Great Han Empire will become even more famous.* Either way, Roman Dmitry was the solution. He was sure there was no chance of losing.

Either way, Roman Dmitry was the solution. He was sure there was no chance of losing. Park Min-woo thought to himself, *Dmitry is so lucky to have such a powerful weapon like the Heavenly Demon. If only those fools in Dmitry knew! If they had told me from the start that Roman Dmitry was the Heavenly Demon, I would have gone and shouted to everyone, “The Heavenly Demon is back! Everyone must obey!”* This was all in Park Min-woo’s head. Everyone else in the room was serious and tense, but Park Min-woo was actually enjoying this moment. Then, a voice broke the quiet atmosphere.

“I understand what you mean,” Captain Carter said, “but I still think this plan is too risky.”

Park Min-woo turned his fierce gaze to Captain Carter.

Roman Dmitry’s remarks had an impact.

Feeling as if he would really handle the Vampire Lord alone, Carter judged that he had to ruin the situation.

“Our concern is the off chance. It would be great if Roman Dmitry could take care of the Vampire Lord, but if he fails, we won’t be able to salvage the situation. Why are you trying to take the difficult path when there is an easy one? Are you perhaps trying to gain achievements with this? If not, join forces with us. The LA response team will lend its strength, so why not combine forces and easily deal with the enemy?”

He boarded the bus. He subtly tried to freeload.

Roman Dmitry looked at Carter.

Carter flinched at the sharp gaze, but Roman Dmitry reacted calmly, contrary to expectations.

“If you say so, I won’t stop you. But I am only fulfilling the deal with the American government, and I have no intention of guaranteeing your safety on the battlefield. If you agree to that, you are welcome to join the operation.”

“Are you looking down on us…….”

“Thank you very much!”

Carter bristled. He was about to say that he was looking down on America, but he had to shut his mouth because Benjamin cut him off.

Roman Dmitry’s words were right. If he really solved the problem in LA, there was no reason to stop Roman Dmitry’s operation even at the cost of embarrassment.

Above all, he believed in the reason why the American government chose him.

If Roman Dmitry was just an average person, they would not have proposed a deal with issues such as international law at stake.

Besides, ‘The higher-ups said. If there are beings attacking the Great Han Empire, there is a high probability that they belong to the Maron Order.’

Captain Carter was suspicious. He was a capable person who played an important role in the LA response team, but he reacted quite sensitively to issues related to the Great Han Empire. The possibility of him being a member of the Maron Order could not be ruled out.

The Maron Order was displeased with the Great Han Empire’s change of its national title, so Benjamin cut off the conversation midway, sensing the situation.

The safety of the United States was his priority. He did not care who received the credit, so he actually gained faith in Roman Dmitry’s remarks.

Benjamin said, “The LA response team will fully support everything that Roman Dmitry says he needs. I would like to say once again that I am truly grateful for not turning a blind eye to the danger facing the United States. Apart from the deal with the American government, I, Benjamin, and LA will never forget Roman Dmitry’s sacrifice.”

The meeting concluded.

The operation was about an hour away.

Immediately after the arrival of the support troops, the LA response team would clear the way, and Roman Dmitry would deal with the Vampire Lord.

Everyone left.

Benjamin left Carter behind.

“Captain Carter. Are you perhaps a member of the Maron Order?”

“What do you mean…….”

“I will not take issue with the fact that you are a member of the Maron Order itself. The Maron Order occasionally shows radical tendencies, but it has had a great influence on the development of humanity since the outbreak of the Great Disaster. But do not sacrifice innocent citizens for the sake of the Maron Order’s beliefs. If your words and actions cause the Great Han Empire to withdraw its support, LA will inevitably face a difficult situation.”

Carter’s eyes wavered. He did not expect to be directly called out.

General Benjamin. He was a typical rigid person. Because he only thought about the safety of the United States, he entrusted the huge city of LA to him.

“I will never allow elements that threaten this country. Captain Carter, you have done a lot for this country so far, but if you endanger everyone with your personal beliefs, I will gladly put you on the execution stand. Do you understand what I mean?”

“……I understand.”

“Then you may leave.”

Carter turned around. Benjamin looked at his sturdy back as he walked out with complicated eyes.

“Stupid bastard. He doesn’t even know what’s right, yet he keeps blathering on.”

Carter distorted his expression. He was annoyed.

Humans like Benjamin. Why couldn’t they understand the will of the Maron Order?

They gladly accepted useful knowledge derived from the Bible, but why did they miss the most important parts?

‘There is a destiny in this world. The wheel of fate will turn, and eventually, that person will descend into this world and solve all problems. The contents of the Bible prove the future, yet even though the Maron Order is working so hard, most people still don’t know what’s ahead. It’s so frustrating. If I had more power than I do now, I would have unified the world and finished all the preparations to accept that person.’

One in five Americans is a member of the Maron Order. People say that’s a lot, but Carter lamented that only one person still believed.

The Maron Order’s Bible. Many things have been revealed as true.

Usually, people make a fuss even if only one out of ten so-called prophecies comes true, but many of the contents of the Bible have been proven to be true in the past 20 years.

If you study the Maron Order even a little, people will realize that this is not just a mere illusion.

As a believer who blindly trusts the Maron Order, Benjamin’s attitude was truly frustrating and infuriating.

He started walking. Regardless of his anger, he had to prepare for the operation as a captain in the United States.

However, suddenly, there was a presence blocking him. It was the white-robed wizard.

The moment he looked at him with a questioning gaze, a sudden, fierce voice pierced his ear.

“Hey, you son of a bitch. Who do you think you are, talking to His Imperial Majesty like that?”

“……Excuse me?”

He was flustered. He blinked. The curse that Park Min-woo spat out felt so surreal to Carter.

Wasn’t the white-robed wizard the epitome of justice?

Park Min-woo strode forward. He closed the distance to the point where Carter could feel his breath, then glared at him, exuding murderous intent.

“Is this bastard deaf? Are you crazy? Why the hell are you talking to His Imperial Majesty like that, you piece of trash?”

This was truly a perplexing situation for Carter.