Betrayal Knight's Joyful Faith

Chapter 131

After moving for a while and taking a short break, he received an unexpected call.– Hey, are you still alive and well?

“Why? Where do you think I went and died?”

It was Llewellyn.

As he received the communication and responded, he heard laughter from the other side of the communication port.

– Given your personality, I don’t think it would be strange at all if you got stabbed somewhere.

“I’m busy, so stop talking nonsense and just tell me what’s important.”

– Okay, it’s nothing much, I’m just going back to the kingdom for a bit.

“What’s going on in the kingdom? And what have you found out in the mine?”

– I haven’t found anything new, but looking at the structure, it’s definitely an environment that a dragon would like. As for the rest, we have no choice but to wait for the Count’s analysis.

Llewellyn licked his lips, feeling sorry.

– I’m going to the kingdom for a bit to get some equipment. I’m going to stop by the royal library to do some research, and then I’m going to join up with my subordinates and get moving in earnest.

“Where is your next destination?”

– For now, it’s towards the sea. I’ll tell you more details when I get back.

“Do as you wish.”

Communication was cut off with that.

Judging by the fact that it was still quiet, it seemed like their clutches had not reached the Everan Kingdom.

‘I guess that’s a good thing.’

Anyway, it would be nice to hear some news about a new ghoul from Llewellyn. There hadn’t been any sign of that yet from Neumann, Diana, or Kendrick.

‘Let’s not be impatient.’

Maybe they can get a clue where they are going now.

“We’ll be there in a few hours.”

Just then, Laius opened his mouth and drew the knights’ attention to him.

“After the ghoul who had incited the people left the city, we confirmed that the police captain was acting as the real leader.”

“If you want to attack, it must be him.”

Even though it was called a city, it was far from the castle and had a small population, so it was only the size of a slightly large village.

If that’s the case, the rumor would spread quickly.

Arthur asked his junior with a dubious expression.

“What are we going to do? You said there was a way, but you didn’t explain the plan.”

“Do you know when people get the most upset?”

But the question that came back was another unexpected question.

When the group frowned as if to ask what the heck he was talking about, Arendt gave an answer.

“It’s when you believe something like it’s the truth, only to realize that you’ve been deceived.”

“…”

The guy who said that seemed particularly mischievous, so the three of them unconsciously made disgusted faces and took a step back.

Arendt smiled faintly.

“His Highness the Crown Prince told me to do whatever I want? Even though I am still an apprentice, as a knight, shouldn’t I follow His Highness the Crown Prince’s orders?”

“…”

“…”

“…”

It was the first time that they felt resentment towards Cantares.

Arendt’s smile grew deeper.

“Now that it’s come to this, let’s try something fun.”

Something fun.

There was no way the words that came out of his mouth had a literal meaning.

Arthur whispered to the captain beside him.

“Why did that guy suddenly become an unbridled colt?”

“It wasn’t sudden, it was like that from the beginning.”

It was true that there have been several opportunities recently.

The Crown Prince’s self-deprecating remark, “Just do whatever you want,” was also not without its effects, but it seemed that the words he had said in the training grounds were also not without effects.

‘Did I say I would take responsibility…’hought that was holding the knights back.

Was this really okay?

That didn’t mean there was a better way.

It was a moment when they felt extremely doubtful about their status as knights who must do anything for their lord.

Arendt smiled again at his confused seniors.

“Come on, let’s try to cheat properly.”

Then he took out the magic stone he had prepared in advance from his pocket.

It was an item he had prepared at the request of the imperial magician before going on a campaign.

Everything went smoothly.

Late at night, Captain Scott smiled happily as he looked at the fully stocked armory.

“I think we will reach our goal soon.”

“Thank you for your hard work today, Captain.”

When the subordinate who was helping him bowed his head, Scott slightly shook his head.

“What’s the big deal? These are all things needed to open a new era.”

At those words, the subordinate also had a faint smile on his face.

The police chief, who had tapped the shoulder of such a subordinate, looked at the spears, swords, swords, and military rations piled up in the warehouse and fell into thought again.

How much did he have to struggle to get to this point as a commoner? He lamented and became frustrated dozens of times over the reality that he could not use his abilities.

Whenever he had a hard time, he went to the temple and prayed.

But life didn’t change.

In the end, he had to give up his dream of advancing to the imperial capital and remain as a police chief in this rural area.

‘But that’s an old story.’

The cold midnight air caressing his cheek gave him courage.

Things would change now. They must change.

Luce, who had not answered a single prayer, had no mercy or kindness for the common people or the weak.

Luce neglected and abandoned his followers, so it was natural that people would abandon their faith.

‘Because I found a true protector.’

A True God. A merciful savior who cares for those who are lost in darkness.

It was impossible to overthrow the imperial family with the power of this city alone. But it could certainly be a starting point.

If that was accomplished, ‘they’ would take care of the rest.

‘And this time I will truly carry out my purpose.’

The preparations are going smoothly. In two days, we would be able to raise the flag of uprising.

At that moment, suddenly there was a commotion behind him.

Scott turned his head and saw his men dragging someone across the dark street.

Someone was being dragged along, unable to properly control his limbs, with both arms grabbed by the agents.

As Scott widened his eyes slightly, one of his subordinates hurriedly ran to his side.

“I caught him because he was approaching the castle gate in a hurry.”

“He’s not a traveler?”

“No, I don’t think so. He is still a young man… He insists on meeting with the captain. What should we do?”

Me?

Scott frowned.

“Bring him here first.”

“Yes!”

The men who had received the order dragged the young man in front of him.

“Wait a minute, let go! I said I’ll go on my own two feet!”

As the distance closed, an urgent voice was heard. The two people were holding him and he couldn’t control his body properly, so his condition didn’t look very good.

The young man who reached the police chief raised his head.

His bright yellow eyes were revealed under the moonlight, filled with irritation. Even under his hood, pulled down low, it was clear that the young man had an unusual appearance.

The chief of police’s face became even more wrinkled.

‘He’s a handsome young man. And he has golden eyes.’

There was something he was strongly urged to do before he left. It was about a young apprentice knight belonging to the Third Imperial Knights, who had silver hair and golden eyes. There was something that had to be done about him.

‘No way?’

Even though he knew that someone as powerful as the Imperial Knights would never be captured by his subordinates, he had a sneaking suspicion.

Scott ripped the young man’s hood off.

Her brown hair, which could be found anywhere, poured forward. It seemed to have grown stylishly to his shoulders, but rather than being neatly styled, it was unkempt and unruly.

“Are you the police chief?”

A young man who was barely twenty years old asked anxiously with a boyish face.

It was obvious that he was trying hard to stand with both legs, but as expected, he couldn’t even move his own body… ..No matter how Scott looked at it, he was no more or less than the young man you would normally see in a bookstore.

“Let go.”

Scott’s subordinates, who had been keeping an eye on his orders, quietly let the young man go.

The young man, who had been staggering for a moment, straightened his back and corrected his posture. However, he was unable to control his breath, and after panting for a long time, he finally opened his mouth.

“Haa, I heard that there are people here who serve the god of darkness.”

At those words, the police chief and his men widened their eyes.

“…Where did you hear that name?”

The young man waved both his hands in surprise as the police chief growled fiercely.

“Don’t misunderstand. I am also a servant of Lord Chernion. I came here to deliver an urgent message.”

Chernion had been called the evil god these days. In the meantime, he had accurately brought up the term “god of darkness.”

Scott looked at the young man carefully.

He had a handsome face and an impression that was full of innocence.

Although there was a sword hanging from his waist, it did not feel like much of a threat, and since he was not very big, he did not seem to be very strong either.

‘I don’t think he’s lying.’

The chief of police slowly let his guard down.

The young man spoke hastily, as if he had been waiting for that.

“Not long ago, our priest stayed here.”

“Priest?”

“He may not have revealed himself as a priest, but he is someone who has received special powers from Lord Chernion. I understand that he has been staying here and preaching the word of God.”

The young man who spoke like that could not hide his impatience.

Scott nodded absentmindedly.

“Do you know where he was headed?”

“No, I don’t know. He didn’t even tell us. …Wait, why are you curious about that?”

As Scott stood up again, the young man quickly continued his story.

“Things have taken a turn for the worse. The evil Emperor’s dogs, the Imperial Knights, have noticed his presence and are in pursuit.”

“…!”

“A pursuit team had already been formed to arrest him, but we couldn’t get in touch with him properly, so we quickly followed him.”

“A pursuit team? Why? I kept my mouth shut so no word would get out…!”

“Didn’t a traveler come in shortly after he left the city?”

In his now blank mind, the chief of police thought of someone who had recently visited the city.

He had already heard reports of simple travelers and innkeepers who have tried to proselytize without permission and been rejected.

The innkeeper was severely reprimanded for that.

The police chief’s face turned pale.

“Then surely…!”

“He reported it. He got scared when he saw that Luce’s statue was destroyed and reported it.”

The young man, who had been speaking quickly without stopping for breath, suddenly felt dizzy and staggered violently.

Scott grabbed his shoulder urgently.

“But what’s wrong? Are you injured or something?”

“No, I’m fine. I’m just a little tired from moving so quickly… I haven’t been able to get a proper rest for a few days.”

“Then come to my house. I’ll give you some water.”

“Thank you. I have a lot to say to you, Chief.”

The young man, with his pale face that gave no hint of malice or ulterior motives… Arendt von Eckhart smiled innocently.