We Do Business In Full Auto [EN]: Chapter 194

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Heavenly Army Descends (2)

“Ooh!”

“Just as I thought.”

Admiration poured out, even though I hadn’t said anything in particular.

This was the effect of their misunderstanding.

If they knew we had brought an undead legion from Earth and were another group of black mages, they would never exclaim such admiration. We’d be lucky if they didn’t attack us with everything they had.

But they were completely mistaken and now believed anything I said, even if I claimed to make *meju* [Korean fermented soybean block used to make soy sauce and soybean paste] out of dung.

Perhaps Count Amon’s arrival would deepen their misunderstanding even further.

Anyway, it’s not a bad start.

There’s no room to wedge ourselves in during peaceful times. Especially when the imperial authority is strong and the nobles’ power is weak.

‘The undead invasion and the weakening of the imperial authority will be a stroke of luck for us.’

The moment they come to their senses, they will realize that the imperial power has passed to us.

It would be nothing short of a disaster for them.

Count Ruyan said,

“The Heavenly Army is right. Only by restoring the crumbling borders can we quell the internal chaos.”

“Hahaha! I keep telling you, it’s not a Heavenly Army. Anyway, that’s not the important thing. What matters is that we cannot leave the enemies threatening humanity alive.”

“You are absolutely right.”

“Then let’s draw up a plan of advance.”

“Our territory’s forces have resolved to follow the Heavenly Army. That is my will, and the will of the knights. Even the public sentiment is in agreement, so I don’t think anyone will object to this decision.”

“I wonder if the imperial family will stand idly by.”

“I am afraid to say this, but the imperial family is on the verge of collapse. The regent is already acting arbitrarily and is preoccupied with power struggles.”

“Even while the empire is collapsing like this?”

“The power struggle will not disappear unless humanity is destroyed. There is always a power struggle, even within a small territory.”

“I see.”

“It may not be understandable from the Heavenly Army’s perspective, but that is the nature of humans.”

“I understand. You said there are 30,000 troops remaining now, right?”

“Yes! That’s right!”

“Then join our army.”

“What about the defense plan for this place?”

“First, 2,000 of my troops will defend it. The main force will advance, and if any problems arise, we can immediately open a gate for teleportation to send troops.”

“……!”

Count Ruyan and his vassals widened their eyes.

But this only deepened the misunderstanding.

“Indeed, you are the Heavenly Army. If teleportation is possible, that would be the best course of action.”

“Thank you for believing in us.”

“No! We have no choice but to believe. The prophecy in the Bible is being fulfilled.”

‘The Bible, huh?’

What on earth does the Bible contain?

Well, the last part of the Bible mainly deals with salvation or judgment. It deludes people with nonsensical rumors and gathers followers.

Of course, divine power exists in this world, so perhaps a god really exists. Personally, I didn’t believe it, though.

“Well, then let’s start by scouting.”

“Um. It’s a bit dangerous to scout.”

“We can scout by flying in the sky. Don’t worry.”

“Oh, indeed.”

They weren’t very surprised by the idea of flying in the sky. It was just a natural reaction.

In reality, I was planning to fly a drone to scout.

Various opinions poured out.

“Master, I think there will be limitations to scouting with drones alone in the future.”

It was Kalburn’s opinion.

“Then?”

“Shouldn’t we bring in fighter jets or helicopters? Fighter jets would only need a runway, and helicopters would only need a helipad. No, helicopters can land even on wasteland, so we don’t even need a helipad.”

“Fighter jets? Helicopters?”

“I’m talking about flying machines.”

“Heh.”

“And it would be better to scout, take pictures, and bring them back, or connect in real-time and make judgments with videos.”

“That’s a good idea.”

My life on Earth now was not one where I had to worry about money.

Funds were accumulating every day, and the money was growing even if I left it alone.

First, we need to decide on the next destination. It seems better to listen to the locals for this.

Shwaak!

I unfolded the continental map.

It was a poorly made map, but it was better than nothing. Unless we can accurately explore the terrain from the sky, we cannot create a perfect map.

“Now, let’s decide on the next destination. Count?”

“Ah, yes!”

“Where do you think would be a suitable next destination?”

“How about heading to the Arden Marquisate?”

“The Arden Marquisate?”

“It boasts the largest population and military force among the front-line fortresses. Even if they lose, the underground shelters are quite well-made, and the lord’s castle is sturdy. Even if the outer walls have collapsed, I think there will be many survivors in the lord’s castle or underground shelters.”

“Hmm.”

If Count Ruyan’s words are true, it would be best to head to the Arden Marquisate first.

Rescue survivors and gather the stragglers here.

If the population is intact, reclaiming the territory altogether is one option.

“Good. Let’s depart in the morning.”

“Yes!”

With this, the meeting ended.

Darkness was descending on the Karen Continent.

Strangely enough, there were three moons here.

It was possible to have three satellites, but the very large moons floating in the sky created a sense of mystery.

I realized once again that I had come to another world.

Two suns and three moons that I could never see on Earth.

Perhaps this Karen Continent was a satellite of those moons. Judging by the blue light, life could exist there. Could there be humans living there too?

I slowly strolled through the streets.

The people here showed respect every time I passed by.

We will be departing tomorrow morning, but there was something I had to do before that.

Swish!

“Master. Did you call for me?”

Luna appeared.

On Earth, she assisted with company work, and here she could serve as an excellent force.

She was the most powerful summon I could summon and practically led the troops.

“The information?”

“As a result of the investigation, I found out that the enemies are not demons but a group of black mages. The number seems to be about a thousand, and the most powerful black mage is estimated to be at the 7th Circle.”

“7th Circle, huh.”

“However, it’s not a perfect state, and I think they are using magic circles to cast 7th Circle magic.”

“Is that a fortunate thing?”

I hesitated for a moment at the words ‘7th Circle,’ but if they are using magic circles, there shouldn’t be any major problems.

Still, we need to continue to gather information. If the leader of the Karen Continent’s black mages has similar skills to me, I should be wary.

The best way would be to bring the Karen Continent’s black mages under my command, but I don’t know if that’s possible.

First, I will restore the empire’s borders and bring the imperial power to this side. It won’t be too late to consider how to deal with the black mages after that.

Karin Empire Imperial Palace.

Recently, Emperor Loyard III fell into critical condition, and his younger brother, Grand Duke Lied, was acting as regent.

The crown prince was only 12 years old, so the aristocratic council judged that he could not lead the country in a crisis situation, and Grand Duke Lied revealed the sharp claws he had been hiding.

Even among the emperor’s faction, it was a crisis situation, so they were forced to follow Grand Duke Lied, but as the power struggle intensified, they denounced the Grand Duke and demanded that the crown prince be placed on the throne.

It had not yet escalated into a full-scale war, but assassins were rampant and sword fights broke out almost every day.

Soldiers roamed the capital menacingly, and armed clashes occurred frequently.

The empire’s borders were collapsing, so people thought that the power struggle should be ended as soon as possible.

However, neither the aristocratic faction nor the emperor’s faction had any intention of giving up power.

On a small scale, they were divided into Grand Duke Lied’s faction and the crown prince’s faction, but on a large scale, the empire was about to be split in half.

Grand Duke Lied, who was the leader of the aristocratic faction, was also a member of the imperial family, and he was in a situation where he could claim the right of succession.

In this urgency, Grand Duke Lied heard about the situation at the front.

“A Heavenly Army has appeared?”

“Yes, it is said that a Heavenly Army has appeared and is restoring the borders.”

It was a report from the Imperial Intelligence Department.

The empire had several magical communication devices.

They were relics from the ancient magic empire and could instantly transmit news from distant places. There were restrictions that it could only be used once a day, and only for about 5 minutes at a set time, but even so, it was playing a very important role in times like these.

“Is it definitely the goddess’s army?”

“According to the locals, the land was overturned and the enemies were crushed in an instant. The collapsed Amon territory was completely burned down, and the Ruyan County was saved just before it collapsed, and 30,000 troops joined the Heavenly Army.”

“It’s not a Heavenly Army, but some kind of armed group that popped out of nowhere. Are they aiming for the throne?”

“For now, it doesn’t seem like it. They have set up the restoration of the borders as their banner.”

“Some kind of cult.”

“However, their military power is said to be beyond imagination. It is not a level to be taken lightly.”

“Are they planning to take control of the border troops with this momentum and aim for the throne?”

“…….”

The head of the intelligence department simply bowed deeply.

No one knew the intentions of those who called themselves the Heavenly Army. In any case, what was important was that a human army, not undead, was restoring the borders.

“If we leave it like this, rumors will spread and countless soldiers will join the self-proclaimed Heavenly Army.”

“I think so too.”

“We can’t let that happen.”

“What should we do?”

“Send someone. And we need to confirm whether they are really the Heavenly Army. If they are truly the army of God, we cannot oppose them, but if they are not, they are just enemies to be swept away.”

“I will obey your command.”

The head of the intelligence department received the order and disappeared.

Grand Duke Lied was lost in thought.

Where on earth did those guys come from?

They are definitely not demons. The demons’ army all smelled disgusting and used the resurrected dead as soldiers.

Over time, most of the dark army turned into skeletons.

But those who are called the Heavenly Army are said to be humans, not undead. Their appearance is very outstanding, and they are armed with weapons that cannot be seen as materials of this world.

They flew in the sky and used fire.

In some ways, it sounds like a preposterous rumor.

Grit!

Grand Duke Lied gritted his teeth.

“Whether it’s the Heavenly Army or whatever, I can’t give up the power I’ve worked so hard to seize.”

I must ascend to the throne myself.

It seemed that a decision had to be made before those Heavenly Army guys gained more power.