I Became the Burden of a Conscienceless Party

110 – Twelve Heavens (5)

Twelve Heavens (5)

Esmeralda was able to give Irina a proper warning.

Irina’s influence is reduced by pushing Millia.

‘Yes, now it’s time to mix in the carrot and the whip.’

It’s something that I’ve always just talked about, but now I’ve actually done it.

Even Milia will learn through this incident that if she listens to Esmeralda, the beans will fall off.

Of course, there are risks involved. The conflict between Irina and Milia will escalate further.

For Esmeralda, who was already caught in the middle of a dangerous tightrope walk, the situation could only become more precarious.

However, it was necessary to balance the two in this way.

‘I still have a long way to go.’

It was good to gain confidence by facing Legion Commander Third, but at the same time, I felt a wall against Legion Commander Second.

After the situation was resolved, Esmeralda went to the place where her holy sword was and collected the fragments.

When I placed the sword hilt and the fragments side by side, the shape caught my eye.

“There was no resistance.”

The Holy Sword has regenerative powers, so it will return to its original form over time.

But that’s not the problem.

The shape of the Holy Sword being torn apart looked like it had been scratched by an animal’s claws.

The important thing here is not that the Holy Sword was torn to pieces in one blow, but that no resistance was felt while it was being torn to pieces.

‘The Holy Sword becomes stronger in proportion to my power.’

This also means that there was a gap between her and the second that was too big to resist.

The proof is that the holy sword split open like a tofu.

I was thrilled when I fought Eleven.

Seeing the inspector who didn’t become arrogant despite having that much power made me think I knew why he had to be strong.

I was sweating cold when I fought Five.

If I had fought without the help of the Magic Tower, I wouldn’t have been able to defeat even a single clone.

When I saw Belphegor, I despaired.

There was absolutely no way to win, and no picture of a future where we could win.

And when I saw the second commander of the legion.

‘I’m not yet at the level where I can dare to discuss the Demon King.’

I got to know the world.

Because the second’s thoughtless violence was that intense.

This was highlighted even more because they were solidifying their victory against Third.

Strong. So strong.

If things continue like this, she will end up among the legion commanders, let alone meet the Demon King.

If you go later, you will win.

Because that kind of overwhelming confidence alone won’t be enough.

She must become stronger than she ever imagined.

That makes sense… … .

‘… … There’s another monster that even a second like that can’t deal with.’

Commander, First.

Because the threat of that existence, which had until now only been heard through rumors, was gradually becoming clearer.

***

It was when the Second and Third Legion Commanders received a summons from Belphegor and arrived at the Demon King’s Castle.

Second, who was called a considerably large common room rather than the usual audience room and conference room, frowned at the ominous atmosphere inside.

“What is this……?”

“You’ll know when you come in.”

Even on normal days, the meetings of the legion commanders were not in a good mood.

However, most of that share was due to the battle between the first and second, and the fact that the atmosphere was so suffocating without him was definitely alien.

“Robeno… … .”

“You should call it second. Third.”

“Ah, yeah. Second. This atmosphere is a bit… … . Am I going to get purged?”

“Nonsense. If there’s something that needs to be purged, it should be me, not you.”

The second opened the door to the common room with confidence, ruffling the hair of the third, who was sensitive to the atmosphere.

And the moment the door opened, Second witnessed a sight that Third, who was next to him, could not even pay attention to.

There was one more person in the group besides the commander and Belphegor.

And the moment he saw that face, Second almost swore.

“What the heck is this… … !”

Again.

However, there was a being who deliberately made a sound of footsteps in order to divert the minds of such second-timers.

“Okay, let’s go in.”

It was a release.

She nodded toward Belphegor, who was sitting at the head of the table, and then led her second and third to the place closest to the head of the table.

Second, who came to his senses late, asked Liris as if he still did not understand the current situation.

“What is this fuck here?”

As it was a public place, Second spoke to Lilith, the Demon King’s aide. However, he could not hide the murderous intent in his eyes.

The one sitting right next to Belphegor is the previous Demon King, Leviathan.

He who claimed to be the King of Abaddon was now here.

I think everyone here knows what that means.

The talks are over now, so there’s only one reason for him to be here.

“Hmm, it’s been a while. Robeno… … No, I think it was Second just now? That’s an intuitive naming system. Haha!”

Second knows.

The Demon King, Leviathan, has no honor. Even he, a mere punk, knows that.

Still, the reason he could be the Demon King was because he was strong.

Even so, I never imagined that he would have this much pride.

Yeah, Leviathan is… … .

“We’ll be eating from the same pot from now on, so I’ll say hello in advance.”

Now he has converted to the Demon King’s Army.

Something he was reluctant to do, thinking it was impossible.

Because I judged that the current Demon King Belphegor could do it.

By now, Abaddon is probably feeling abandoned by his leader and confused.

“Has Your Majesty given permission for this?”

“Yeah, of course not.”

Not only did he turn a previously normal peaceful group into something close to a military organization, he also irresponsibly kicked them out. You’re saying you’re bringing him into the Demon King’s army?

The second thought so, but he just gritted his teeth and did not rebel.

Because he’s a soldier.

If it’s something that the Demon King, Belphegor, has decided, then there’s nothing that can be done.

Because the benefits of carrying Leviathan outweigh the harm.

Wouldn’t Leviathan be so strong that it wouldn’t matter if it suppressed a group like Abaddon?

Of course, he is the previous Demon King.

So, although I don’t like it, I can understand it. That’s why Second didn’t rebel this time.

“It seems like everyone who was supposed to gather has gathered.”

Belphegor looked at the second sitting in his seat and then spoke in a languid voice.

The reason for calling them was obvious.

“As you can see, Leviathan, the former Demon King, has joined the Demon King’s army. Well, he was the Demon King before me, so his skills are certain. I’ve decided to treat him with courtesy.”

Belphegor recalled what had happened that day at the conference room.

Leviathan knelt before his own power, but in a different form than when he had been usurped of his position as Demon King.

That was the meaning of loyalty.

Because I saw the power that Belphegor held and felt the possibility.

It was a quick judge that coveted only power.

Belphegor’s original personality would not have allowed such a coward to live, but he could not easily get rid of the Leviathan.

If you were my enemy, I would have destroyed you, but you said you would become my subordinate.

That’s why I put it aside for now.

Even though I’m sure he has other thoughts in mind.

“Considering that power, I think he should be placed in the position of commander.”

And the reason the legion commanders were gathered was also because of the power of Leviathan.

We cannot afford to leave him as a mere soldier or a mid-level officer.

If you break the rules of power, it is the same as insulting Belphegor himself, who became the Demon King according to those rules.

“So I wanted to give this guy a chance. I’ll give him a challenge regardless of his current position. But you only get one chance, so you better choose who you challenge carefully.”

“I am grateful for this opportunity, Your Majesty.”

A battle of ranks between legion commanders.

This allows Leviathan to determine its own place.

In other words, Leviathan can now challenge the 12th Legion Commander or the 1st Legion Commander.

‘What the fuck.’

The second who had been watching the whole process had to swallow his curses again.

It seems like a well-written script.

And it’s obvious who wrote this script.

Belphegor was simple-minded, so he sent a strategist to replace him.

Second looked at Lilith, who was standing near Belphegor, with an unreadable expression and sighed.

Yes, it’s a well-written script.

It is also the case that he is in a position closer to the top seat than usual.

‘The place where the first one was supposed to be. They gave it to me… … .’

It’s like Leviathan has already decided who it will fight against.

Legion Commander First.

There is nothing else but standing there ready to step forward at any moment.

‘It’s like a dog.’

And there’s no way that the First who was saved by Leviathan would deal with him sincerely. Yes, this is just like a ranking battle where the result is already decided.

It’s a play to put Leviathan in the first place.

“An unknown demon is challenging the position of Legion Commander First.”

“… … .”

He gives up his name for the sake of the legion commander.

Leviathan, who had become an unknown demon, immediately challenged First to a battle of ranks with a mean smile.

This is how you get your power back.

Thinking like that.

***

A well-written script.

Second judged the current situation that way. And it was true. This situation was all planned by Lilith for Belphegor.

But she knows.

How important is the discipline of power to the demons.

And who is the one who believes in it the most?

“What is this… …?”

A second voice of shock flows through the silence-filled room.

No, it’s not just me. All the commanders here must feel the same way.

Because an ending that no one could have expected was unfolding before their eyes.

The only people who know the ending of this script in this place are Lilith, who wrote the script, and Demon King Belphegor, who reviewed the script and gave his approval with a smile.

“It’s finished.”

Belphegor’s playful voice dismisses the surrounding astonishment.

The Demon King, Belphegor, who was smiling more wickedly than ever, stood up from his seat and gave an order to the First that had been decided through the ranking battle.

“Then first. You take care of the trash disposal as you ‘usually’ do.”

“Yes, Your Majesty.”

A tribe that values ​​discipline over power more than anyone else.

This was after the Legion Commander First slaughtered the challenger Leviathan… no, the foolish demon who had even given up his own name.