Chapter 490 – Episode 489 – The Mercenary King Cornered

‘What on earth happened?’

I feel dizzy.

A loud sound echoes from all directions.

I don’t know why, but everything around is red.

What happened? The mercenary king Raven’s consciousness, who lost his mind for a moment after being bombarded with missiles, gradually became clearer. Gradually, something began to appear before his eyes.

A window showing the entire blueprint of her robot appeared in front of her.
More than half of the robot’s body drawn in the blueprint was emitting white light, as if appealing.

A moment later, a warning sound was heard in Raven’s ears.

[Goggles damaged. Unable to secure long-distance vision.]

[Head sensor failure. Unable to detect enemies.]

[Left breastplate or more. Unable to supply energy.]

[Right arm or more. Out of control.]

[Left leg abnormality. Thruster cannot be used.]

[All pilots malfunction. Request to escape quickly.]

I heard many things, but this much was certain.

Now he is in danger.

The mercenary king realized that he was in a dilemma.

“Well, the thing that just attacked us was a missile, right?”

Guild leader Elish, who had just come to his senses, asked.

She also clearly looked embarrassed.

The reason is simple.

“Why did the fleet attack us? Why did they only target us and not the devil?”

“I don’t know either.”

Mercenary King Raven gave instructions to the fleet.

Form a siege immediately. Prepare to fire the magic tower’s weapons at the monsters. When you are ready, shoot immediately. Don’t worry about yourself and the guild leader getting involved and attack unconditionally.

It was Raven who gave that instruction. And, as instructed, the fleet formed a siege network behind the monster army, prepared to launch the missile, and launched it.

Yes, up to this point, it was just as the Mercenary King intended.

However, the attack did not hit the monsters, but directly hit the red robot.

Since all the missiles were aimed at robots, it could not be said to be a simple misfire.

“Are you betraying us?”

Elise was also embarrassed because she had no idea that missiles would rain down on them. She even had suspicions that she might have been planning to betray them from the beginning.

“No, I don’t think so.”

Raven denied this.

“We’ve already weeded out the traitors a long time ago. I entrusted the fleet to trustworthy guys. They all hate Grid, but they won’t fight for Grid.”

Before the battle took place, the mercenary king punished the traitors. He was afraid that even if he combined his strength, he would not be enough, and he killed all those who tried to join the empire. After everything was done, he entrusted command of the fleet to those who would work for him and those who harbored hatred for Grid.

I did that, but they betrayed me out of nowhere? They’ve all lined up characters full of hostility toward Grid? The hostility was sincere, but was it fake?

Unless the only suspects come forward…

‘For a moment…’

At this time, someone appeared in Raven’s mind.

The person currently most suspected is.

The moment the image of that person is completed in your head,

“Master, this fleet is now yours!”

A woman’s voice was heard from the side of the fleet. Raven turned her gaze towards the sound.

The source of the voice was the flagship. A woman with short blue hair was standing on the deck of the flagship. Raven knew very well who that woman was.

“Commander of the 11th Corps. “I never thought you would be a traitor.”

It was Simon, the leader of the 11th Legion.

As if to indicate that she had betrayed her, she was wearing a black uniform symbolizing the Empire rather than the white uniform symbolizing the Crusaders.

“Mr. Mercenary King, I am truly sorry. “I have been on your side for a long time.”

When the mercenary king’s voice was heard outside, Simon chimed in.

In a mocking voice.

“You are truly amazing. I would have guessed that you were hiding the magic tower’s weapons until today’s battle. I would like to greatly admire your security abilities.”

I don’t know where he got it from, but Simon had a loudspeaker in his hand.

Based on that, she told me how she hijacked the Roseum Kingdom’s fleet.

“When the fleet showed signs of movement, Judah and I led the legions and attacked. The people next to us also joined us.”

Simon continued his explanation, pointing to Croker, Tega, Tigone, and Simon next to him.

“Actually, the road wasn’t easy. All the mercenaries noticed us going towards the fleet and blocked us. Of course, he was no match for us.”

“…”

“I and Judah’s legions have received the master’s blessing. It had tentacles inside its body. Thanks to its tentacles, I was able to easily trample it. Look at this.”

Simon said proudly, stroking Judas’ chin.

“It’s like a doll, right? It’s all thanks to the owner. “With my master’s power, I can turn a normal woman into a weapon.”

Even though he was being harassed by Simon, Judas did not move.

She just stared straight ahead. Her lifeless and empty eyes showed nothing.

Unless her brainwashing is lifted, Judah will not be able to regain consciousness.

“Of course, I should have killed him.”

The mercenary king gritted his teeth.

Although I was suspicious of Simon and Judas, I had no choice but to allow them to be pressured by the Holy Kingdom if they were killed without justification. So he ordered the people to evacuate in case it interfered with the battle.

But I never thought he would disobey that order and stab him in the back.

She had to get rid of it even if it meant risking it, and she deeply regretted not doing so.

[Well done, Simon.]

Likewise, Kangrim, the black monster who heard the story, greatly praised Simon.

[Thanks to you, conquering Rosseum will become easier.]

“This is too much praise.”

[Now that your role is over, hurry back to the capital.]

Kangrim gave instructions to Simon.

[Go and prepare yourself for defense.]

Although she has cornered the mercenary king, it is too early to feel relieved.
Just in case, it would be a good idea to withdraw the Roseum fleet that has been obtained to the rear.

“All right. Then I wish you luck.”

After receiving the instructions, Simon immediately began moving the fleet.

The fleet prepared to invade the empire headed to Fox Island to serve as a shield to protect the empire.

“These damn guys… Do you think it’s going to end like this?”

The Mercenary King raised the robot again. The metal screamed, sparks erupted, and fuel began to leak from various parts of the body as if a blood vessel had burst.

“I won’t leave you alone.”

Even in that situation, the mercenary king did not give up his will to fight. Instead, he just burned brightly.

“How dare you play tricks on the topic of pirates? Today will be your Memorial Day!”

It was the mercenary king who shouted like that, but the situation was hopeless.

‘Damn, the sword…’

The sword he was holding in his right hand broke. It seems that it was damaged when it was hit by a missile bombardment. His entire body was destroyed, and only the hilt of his sword remained, so its value as a weapon was virtually lost.

Now all that was left was the shield mounted on his left arm.
Will this shield really be able to deal with them?

Wouldn’t it collapse without being able to deliver a single effective hit?

The mercenary king had such a weak thought in his head,

‘No, don’t even think about it strangely.’

I immediately shook my head and scolded myself.

‘The fight is not over yet. I’m not finished either. We must fight until the end!’

The winner can only be known by going to the end.

No matter how unfavorable a situation you are in, isn’t there a case where you can turn the tables?

The mercenary king himself was on the verge of defeat several times, but eventually turned the tables and achieved victory.

This fight is not much different.

The number of opposing pages is just a bit high. This shield is sufficient as a weapon to use. And,

Isn’t there a gift left behind by the prophet?

Raven intended to use the gift.

“Guild leader.”

However, the cost of using that gift is very high. He and the guild leader will both go to the other world this time.

Still, I have no choice but to use it.

There is no way to reverse the situation other than using this.

The mercenary king made up his mind and notified the guild leader.

“I will use the gift left by the prophet. Are you prepared to sacrifice your life?”

“Yes.”

The guild leader accepted without opposition.

“What can I be afraid of when I’m already blind? Let’s do it. If we don’t defeat these guys here, neither you nor I can achieve anything.”

“Thank you. Then…”

The Mercenary King raised his left hand. He waved his hand in the air and a small window appeared. This phrase was written on the window.

[Runaway system]

[Time limit is 1 minute]

‘I didn’t want to write this…’

Before leaving, the prophet left these words to the mercenary king.

-If you use the runaway system, you will be able to use more power than your limit. You will be able to fight until you are reduced to embers.

A function that causes robots to run away has been added. A runaway robot can exert more power than its limit for a limited time. The mercenary king didn’t know how much power he could produce, but he thought it would be enough to deal with the five monsters in front of him.

And, there was also a price for reckless driving.

-If you run away, it will be difficult for you to survive. Maybe my brain will explode?

If runaway is used, pilots cannot avoid death.

Perhaps, with this use, both the mercenary king and the guild leader may die.

However, it was not death that the mercenary king was worried about.

The last words the prophet left were what bothered me the most.

-I want to see you running wild, but it’s a shame I can’t. Hehe…

Why did he leave such a comment? It wasn’t something he said simply because he was worried, but rather like a child who was anxious to see something fun. Could it be that something was put into the runaway system as a prank?

Because of such suspicions, the Mercenary King did not want to use the runaway system.

However, I have no choice but to use it.

‘I have no intention of becoming that guy’s slave.’

This is its own country. He will rule this country while taking care of his pets. He will establish royal authority and ensure that his lineage will inherit the throne forever. If you win this fight, if you defeat the devil, you will be able to make that impossible dream a reality.

He will be able to break the traditions that have long been the shackles of this country.

So don’t be afraid.

Let’s fight to the death. Then you will be able to survive!

The mercenary king pressed the button.

Immediately after that, something strange happened.