The Heavenly Demon Can’t Live A Normal Life [EN]: Chapter 568

Iceland. The wind howled outside the meeting room, rattling the windows. Inside, the air felt heavy with worry. President Áron Viðarsson had called this emergency meeting because the monsters were back. Again.

One of the chiefs of staff spoke, his voice tired. “It’s been a year since the Sixth Great Disaster. But look around! Monsters are attacking day and night. The disaster isn’t over for us. Something is making them come. We have to find it and stop it. If we don’t, Iceland is finished.”

President Viðarsson nodded slowly. “I know that,” he said, his voice heavy. “But we are a small country. Iceland alone cannot fight this.”

President Áron Viðarsson looked grim.

President Viðarsson agreed with his chiefs of staff: they had to solve the main problem.

But Iceland was a small, weak country. A big sweep to find the monsters would leave important places open to attack.

That was the problem. A week ago, something strange happened near Selfoss, a town in Iceland. Troops were sent, but the town was destroyed.

Since then, they decided to close the gates and watch, instead of trying to solve the problems.

Iceland, a small country of about 300,000 people, was struggling after the Great Disaster.

They had survived until now because they had only faced problems they could handle.

Áron Viðarsson spoke.

“We asked the European Union for help. They said they could send troops for a short time. But if we don’t solve the main problem, they will leave. Iceland is at a turning point. If we can’t solve the problem quickly, and another problem comes up, we will be destroyed. It’s amazing we have survived this long, as a country with less than 300,000 people.”

“Mr. President…”

“Don’t call me President. I can’t solve this country’s problems. I don’t have a plan. But we have to choose one of two options.”

He had been thinking hard.

What was the right thing to do for Iceland?

Hearing constant news of deaths, Áron Viðarsson felt despair. He thought about two choices.

“First, we can give up on this country. If we stay on this small island, everyone will die. We can ask the European Union for help and move to the mainland. They might not want all 300,000 of us, but if we get people to support us, they will have to help.”

“That won’t do.”

“Give up on the country? How much blood has been shed to protect this country!”

“Then we have to choose the path we have ignored.”

The chiefs of staff protested.

It was clear the chiefs of staff were leaning towards the second option.

Seeing the chiefs of staff unsure, Áron Viðarsson spoke firmly about the last hope.

“The Daehan Empire. If we promise to support them, we can protect this country.”

The Daehan Empire, a powerful nation that had grown quickly in the last year.

They had taken back Jeju Island and North Korea, creating a large empire from the Daehan Empire through North Korea to China.

They were now the most powerful country in the world.

But after Roman Dmitry showed his ambition a year ago, people were worried about the Daehan Empire.

He called himself Emperor and led the world, which could lead to a dictatorship.

Roman Dmitry gave people a year to decide. China was the only country that said they would follow the Daehan Empire.

They decided quickly. After China supported them, no one else made a decision for a year.

Áron Viðarsson talked about the dangerous choice.

The time to decide was near. Iceland’s choice would cause problems.

The chiefs of staff said.

“It’s a risky choice. If Iceland is the only country to support the Daehan Empire before the world decides, we might be rejected by everyone. We are currently connected to the European Union.”

“I am worried about the rumors about Roman Dmitry. If he wants to be a tyrant, his power will destroy the world.”

A year ago, Roman Dmitry was a hero.

But as the year passed, bad rumors about Roman Dmitry spread.

People talked about Roman Dmitry killing Red Moon, the Central Government, and Russia. He was seen as a villain who hurt anyone who disagreed with him. The demon was also a problem. People complained that Dmitry’s demon could have helped humanity, but he killed it. Killing people is wrong, but the demon was not in control. Killing him without trying to save him showed that Roman Dmitry was not wise.

People were worried.

If Roman Dmitry took control, there would be big problems.

But not everyone felt that way.

Some were worried, but others defended the hero who saved humanity.

The problem was that worry stopped them from deciding.

China was the only one to decide. Iceland’s choice would get a lot of attention.

But there was no other choice.

Áron Viðarsson said.

“I know you are worried about the rumors. But I believe in Roman Dmitry. He may have been cruel, but he has helped humanity, like with the Sixth Great Disaster and the new technology. I haven’t decided because I was worried about what would happen if Iceland disagreed with the European Union. But does that matter now? If the European Union can’t solve Iceland’s problems, I want to fight to the end, instead of giving up on this country.”

Everyone was silent.

They agreed.

They were at a turning point.

If they had to give up on this country, it was better to believe in the Daehan Empire.

They were worried.

Iceland’s choice would be criticized.

China was strong enough to handle it, but Iceland was not.

“I understand. I will do what you want, Mr. President.”

“We want to protect this country.”

The one-year deadline was coming to an end.

Iceland made a decision.

The decision made by Iceland caused a stir within the European Union.

Less than an hour after Iceland announced its position, many calls flooded in from countries all over the world.

England, France, Germany, and others voiced their concerns.

“What is going on?” one caller said. “The European Union should be united. We all want humanity to survive. If Iceland disagrees, it weakens our position.”

“President Aron Vidarsson, you are making a big mistake,” another caller warned. “Roman Dimitri could destroy humanity with his tyranny. Blindly following him will lead to disaster. Even if we work with Roman Dimitri, we need promises and guarantees first!”

A third caller added, “Do you still support the Daehan Empire after hearing the rumors? Take back your announcement immediately.”

Everyone became very angry and started arguing.

The European Union usually made decisions together in meetings, wanting to show they were united.

But Iceland’s sudden and unexpected announcement led to strong criticism from everyone.

There was concern that other countries might also decide to follow the Daehan Empire.

However, most countries wanted to hear Roman Dimitri’s explanation and ease their worries before making such a choice.

Rumors about Roman Dimitri’s cruelty and the Daehan Empire’s true intentions had been spreading for months, causing unease.

Even if most people weren’t worried, the anxiety of a few was enough to influence everyone’s opinions.

Aron Vidarsson rubbed his tired eyes, the phone calls echoing in his ears. He kept replaying the moment they announced their decision, wondering if he had made a terrible mistake. He was filled with regret.

Everyone expected Iceland to follow the European Union’s lead. Iceland was a small country, and usually went along with the bigger nations. But it was too late to change their decision now.

He believed in the Daehan Empire’s promise and their ability to keep them safe. *But what if he was wrong?* The thought was a cold stone in his chest.

The next day, Aron Vidarsson’s smile faded as he looked at the man in front of him. *Jang Yuntae?* He felt a knot of disappointment tighten in his stomach. He had expected someone important, someone who showed the Daehan Empire truly cared.

“I am Jang Yuntae from Baekil,” the man announced.

“……I am President Aron Vidarsson.”

It was the first time Aron had heard that name. Since this was the first meeting, he had hoped the Daehan Empire would send someone well-known. He wasn’t even expecting Roman Dimitri himself.

If important figures like Kim Junhyuk or Kim Panseok had come, he would have felt that the Daehan Empire was serious. But Jang Yuntae? He couldn’t help but be disappointed.

Jang Yuntae stepped forward, his face calm and unreadable. His eyes were sharp, and he spoke with a quiet confidence that was both reassuring and a little unsettling. As if reading Aron Vidarsson’s thoughts, Jang Yuntae got straight to the point.

“Let me explain our future plans,” Jang Yuntae said. “The alliance is simple. Iceland and the Daehan Empire will help each other, but the Daehan Empire will be in charge. We will set up teleportation magic circles in important places, including Reykjavik. The Daehan Empire will control these circles. We will need many people for large-scale teleportation. We also plan to send some soldiers to Iceland to help with any problems. If there is a serious threat, we will send more reinforcements by teleportation. Otherwise, Iceland’s forces and our soldiers should be enough.”

Aron Vidarsson was speechless.

There were many potential issues, such as the teleportation magic circles and the stationed soldiers. If the Daehan Empire had bad intentions, they could cause trouble at any time. But if they followed the plan, Iceland could be safe, as promised.

The Daehan Empire was offering a system that could reliably protect Iceland in exchange for their support.

“Even though the Daehan Empire will be in charge, we will treat Iceland fairly,” Jang Yuntae continued. “Iceland was the first to support the Daehan Empire after China made its decision a year ago. His Majesty the Emperor values brave decisions.”

He smiled.

Jang Yuntae had received orders from his superiors.

“From now on, I will show you what it means to be allied with the Daehan Empire,” Jang Yuntae stated.

The teleportation magic circle in Keflavik, Iceland’s trade hub, glowed brightly.

Much preparation was needed for this teleportation. Soon, carts carrying various items began to arrive.

Clang, clang.

The garrison commander stopped the first cart. They had agreed to the teleportation, but they needed to be prepared for anything.

What if the Daehan Empire was transporting bombs? It seemed unlikely, but as the commander in charge of the city’s safety, he had to check.

He checked the contents of the cart.

“W-What is all this?” he exclaimed, startled.

Inside the cart were piles of weapons, glittering in the sunlight.

The commander recognized the quality of the weapons immediately. Their smooth appearance and magical power showed that they were at least C-grade or higher.

The person in charge of the cart said calmly, “This is a gift from the Daehan Empire to its allies. And…”

People didn’t know that the Daehan Empire’s technology had advanced greatly over the past year, beyond what anyone could imagine.

“This is just the first delivery,” the person added.