## Chapter 1098 – Krasheim

Using the last of my strength, I moved as fast as I could and managed to reach Krasheim in a few days. Now I just need to go back to Isbanter, pack my things there, and then I can return to my house in the capital.

So damn far.

It would be nice to have a better means of transportation.
Something like a helicopter would be great.

“You fucking bastards.”

After returning and securing a room, I checked on the condition of Illyong and Iryong, whom I had left in Krasheim. I had been paying for their care since I arrived.

ㅡGrrrr.
ㅡKrrr.

“Hmm.”

It didn’t seem like anything was wrong with them. I stroked their heads and chins, carefully checking for any signs of pain.

“These bastards are living the good life.”

But seriously, you don’t even react when I pet you?

ㅡGrrrr.

They just stayed still even when I stroked them. Have they forgotten their true master? They were all over Aria when she fed them.

“This is why I can’t remember your names, you shits.”

That’s why it’s useless to raise beasts, no matter how hard you try.

Anyway, as I was touching them and checking their health, an employee approached. He greeted me, and I returned the greeting before asking.

“Did you make sure to feed them properly?”
“Of course, sir. Are you thinking of leaving now?”
“Hmm… well, I’m planning to stay for a few more days.”

I have some business to take care of in Krasheim.
Specifically, seeing Elise.

I absolutely have to see her.

“I’ll come again then.”
“Ah, yes. Then the remaining payment…”
“Here.”

I paid the fee immediately and left the stable.

Then I went straight up to our room.

* * *

Perhaps because we booked the largest accommodation in Krasheim, there was nothing particularly inconvenient during our stay. It felt like home, and we relaxed in the room, recovering our stamina and mana.

As for meals, we just went to different restaurants that were said to be good every time we were hungry.

When strong people like us use up almost all of our mana, it takes quite a while to recover. It’s like there’s a progressive tax. It’s okay if you consume a small amount, but if you consume a large amount, recovery suddenly slows down.

In that case, there’s no other option but to rest.

“So, I’ll show it to you roughly when my body is fully recovered.”

That’s what I said to them when they asked me to show them the True Heavenly Demon Advent again. I need to use it when my body is in perfect condition to unleash its full power.

When I overwhelmed Koltrahen, I wasn’t in perfect condition.

“I want to analyze it properly.”
“Me too.”

Risha seemed to want to analyze the mechanics of the technique. Of course, I felt the same way. If I can use the technique, shouldn’t I master the theoretical aspects as well?

“That’s it.”

Karin said.

“Releasing mana externally and controlling it at will.”

That’s what she said last time.

“Your sister has been thinking about it, and it’s probably similar to burning mana in a sword. It’s like increasing the range of aura and making things within it fall. That’s what I think, roughly.”

She was making a definite statement.
It was actually a persuasive guess.

“Now that I hear it, it seems right.”

It was true that it felt like that, although I would have to use it again to be sure.

“But I need to see it properly. Well, if I figure out everything, including the theoretical aspects, I’ll let you know.”
“You cute little thing. What can you teach your sister?”
“Hehehe, we should share good things.”
“I don’t know if it will work.”

I’ve received so much.

“Anyway, if we can just confirm its use again, I think we can do other things with that feeling. Mana is like that. So, think hard.”

Other techniques.

“Other things, huh.”

My Heavenly Demon Advent transcends destruction and reaches annihilation.
And it has achieved true domination.

This really means that I have approached the Heavenly Demon. If I take advantage of this momentum, I might be able to complete the complete Heavenly Demon Destruction Strike.

And.

ㅡSpace-splitting Severance.

Now, at this moment when I have become so strong, I strongly feel that I will soon be able to use it again. The ultimate technique that cuts everything.

Space-splitting Severance, which unleashed power beyond the limit by using a sudden, momentary realization. I unleashed it half by luck. After gaining great power, I had been practicing Space-splitting Severance in the backyard from time to time to try to use it again.

There was no particular gain, but now that I have completed the Heavenly Demon Advent.

Maybe it’s possible.

I might even be able to use the Heavenly Demon Grand Severance, which is known as the ultimate technique beyond Space-splitting Severance.

“Hehehe.”

If I keep going like this, the day when I become a true Heavenly Demon and dominate the world is not far off.

If I become a Heavenly Demon and establish a country, what should I name it? Something like the Kim Dynasty is too unpleasant to use. What the hell is the Heavenly Demon Democratic People’s Republic? I can’t help but laugh.

If I become king, I will be a super-strong superhuman autocrat, regardless of democracy or anything else.

That is the Heavenly Demon.

From the beginning, this world’s structure is unsuitable for democracy. How can democracy be possible in a world where superhumans and magicians run rampant?

Deciding on the name of the country was also a very difficult consideration.

Isn’t there a proper name?

“Katt… it’s really not far off now.”

Claudia, with her hands clasped together, said in an emotional tone.

“Becoming the strongest warrior?”
“Yeah.”
“Hehehe, it’s coming soon. Look, Claudia. Just trust me.”

Kim Katt is a man who returns as much as he is trusted.

Anyway, while recovering our bodies, we relaxed and organized the things we needed to do in Krasheim. First, I’m going to see Elise and say hello to the adventurer’s guild employee who helped me out a long time ago.

I absolutely have to see Elise.

* * *

The next day.

“I’m going to go say hello to Elise.”

I woke up late in the morning, left the sleeping women behind, washed myself clean, put on some decent clothes, and went outside.

“Ugh.”

It’s still a fucking landscape no matter how many times I see it.

The scenery spread out in Krasheim reminds me of my unfortunate old days, giving me an endlessly shitty feeling.

It’s a completely crazy city.
A true madness city.

Anyway, it wasn’t too difficult to find the Church of the Radiant Cross. I ran around a bit and asked for directions, and I was able to arrive quickly. I stood in front of the open gate, trying to show that I had arrived.

“Do you have business here?”

As I was doing that, a vicious person with scars all over his face, who clearly trained his body through intentional homicides and socially contributing destructive activities stemming from paranoia, approached me and asked in a serial killer’s voice.

He was wearing the uniform of the Radiant Cross.

Is he a priest?
Or a Ascetic Holy Warrior?

“Greetings. I am Kim Katt, Paladin directly under the Saintess of the Brass Celestial Society. I’m here to see a friend. Is there a nun named Elise here?”
“What?!”

When I bowed and greeted him while revealing my name, he was startled and shouted.

“So! It was you!!!”

Then he grabbed my hand and shook it wildly, shaking hands.

“I heard the story from Elise! And I also heard that you were the one who resolved the demon incident! Come in! Honored guests are always welcome!”

He expressed extreme joy that didn’t match his impression, giving me the brightest smile, specifically a warm smile like Santa Claus giving a good gift to a child, and grabbed my wrist.

“Hehehe, do you know me? Wow, Elise told you everything about me. I’m still lacking in many ways, so I’m embarrassed.”
“A person with many shortcomings cannot defeat a Great Demon, Paladin.”
“That’s because I did it with my companions. It’s not my sole achievement.”
“Even so! Defeating the Great Demon Andromalius is a tremendous feat!”

The rumors have already spread.

It seems like if I reveal my name anywhere now, everyone will know about me.

“Ah, I’m late in introducing myself! I am the Ascetic Holy Warrior Verhaiden!”
“You were an Ascetic Holy Warrior.”
“Yes!”

He answered in a cute and lively tone, opened the door of the building, and shouted loudly.

“We have a honored guest!!! We have a honored guest!!! Please call Nun Elise!!!”

What is this, an advertisement?

“What’s going on?”
“What’s the matter?”
“Was there a guest scheduled to come today?”

At the shout, the murderous clerics of the Radiant Cross revealed their faces one by one and looked this way.

“No way! That person is!”
“The Black-haired Saint of the Holy Army, famous as Kim Katt Paladin!”

The Holy Army.

It happened when I went to beat up those Ezas bastards. At that time, based on the innovative execution method called Heretic Stew, I had accumulated favor points with all sorts of clerics.

They were my comrades who fought together at that time.

“Oh! Nice to see you, Holy Warriors! Long time no see!”

I greeted them back and waved my hand.

“A comrade has returned!”
“You said you were friends with Elise!”
“The Great Demon Executioner!”

As expected, religious people are all serial killers and look vicious, but they are all good people. I was a little embarrassed by the excessive welcoming atmosphere, but I followed the guidance and moved to the reception room.

“I want to hear the story slowly, but you said you were looking for Elise. It just so happens that this week is maintenance week. She is not currently on a mission, so she will be here soon.”
“Maintenance week?”
“All the church members were in a wartime system due to the demon incident. Now that the situation has been resolved, we are taking time to reorganize.”
“I see.”

If you solve a big problem, you need to reorganize so you can work next time.

That’s good.

“But what was the Great Demon like in person…”

Verhaiden was about to bring up the story of the Great Demon, and just as I was about to sit down and start talking.

ㅡThump.

The door of the reception room opened and Elise entered.

“Saint!”

Elise, with her red hair properly arranged, was currently wearing a nun’s habit without armor…! Elise! It’s been so long! It’s been so long since I’ve seen you that my heart is about to burst!

“Elise!!!!!”

When I shouted that and jumped up, Elise screamed in surprise.

“Ah! Silence in the building!!! Please calm down!”
“Right!”

What I felt from Elise’s face was joy and delight. Anyway, Elise isn’t the only one here, so let’s be a little quieter.

As I sat down, Elise greeted Verhaiden.

“Brother Verhaiden welcomed you. Thank you.”
“It’s nothing, Nun Elise. Then.”

He was about to leave the room when Elise entered.
As he grabbed the doorknob, he said to me.

“Ah, could you spare some time after you’re done talking to Elise?”
“Of course. I’ll give you as much time as you need.”

It’s not like I can’t do it.

ㅡSwish.

Soon he left, and only Elise and I were left at the scene.

As soon as the door closed, I shouted.

“Deeeviiiine!!!”
“No, didn’t I just tell you to be quiet in the building! Silence! Silence!!!”
“Elise… you know.”
“Ugh… th, then.”

When I said the obvious, Elise blushed as if she was embarrassed.

“Friend. I am.”

She said that in a small voice and approached me.

“Hehehe, it’ll be difficult if you don’t say it louder?”
“What kind of expression is that! Even so, please be quiet in the church building, Saint!”
“Okay, okay. I’ll be quiet. More than that, it’s been a long time, Elise.”
“Ha… it seems like it’s been a really long time, Saint. It’s been so long.”

Elise, who came to me, said with a smile.

“I’m really happy.”
“Hehehe, me too. This is the joy of reunion.”
“That’s right. And… you seem to have become even stronger than before. The aura I feel is unusual.”
“It’s beyond comparison.”

I’m growing fast.

“It seems that you were born with the fate of a hero. You are truly a hero.”
“As expected, your eye for people is very accurate, Elise. As you said, I have the constitution of a born hero.”

As expected, Elise has an accurate eye for people.

As she said, I was a 100% pure hero of justice.

“I have no doubt about that.”
“Hmph, you are always full of confidence.”

Elise said that and sat down.

“I was expecting you to come.”
“Really?”
“I already knew about your participation. As a result of exchanging information with the Brass Celestial Society while fighting the demon incident, I was able to know that you had come.”

Well, that will definitely be communicated.

“And. I also heard that you completely annihilated the Great Demon Andromalius and ended the situation.”