Kuro no Maou

At that moment, a bright white glow exploded.

"Ugh!? This is----"

An incredible blast will stir up my body, but I'm more astonished by the magical signs that my body feels than the impact.

This vigorous vibration stimulates your sixth sense. I remember, I don't know. Never forget, the most terrifying, and the ultimate presence.

Before the white flash subsided, I saw Nero standing up.

Smoking is not white smoke or water vapor... this is magic.

A magical aura of sparkle and silver blows up Nero's body. It is a powerful vortex, a momentum that gushes infinitely from its body.

It's like wearing an overwhelming white magic aura.

"... are you an apostle?"

"Oh, yeah -----"

Nero looked straight at me as he whispered.

Her eyes, which should have been red, were as cold as ever, and her blue eyes glowed with ice blue. When I noticed, my black hair had turned into sparkling silver hair.

"--Thirteenth Apostle Nero. That's who I am."

"Such an idiot, a new messenger awakened!?

Why, how... how did Nero become an apostle at a time like this?

Damn it, I'm not kidding. "White God" is so convenient that it can interfere with reality!

"Haha, wow, this is the force of protection. The more foolish it becomes to seriously train, the more incredible the power springs up----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Slowly, the dazzling white light converges in Nero's right hand. It instantly turns into a giant sword of light that stretches over a dozen meters.

"Let's try it out first. Don't you think one blow will wipe out the charcoal?

A giant sword of light, swinging down.

The sparkling sword with its incredible magic density and burning heat came as if it were swallowing me whole.

" Steel Demon King (Overgear) !!

Secondary shield activated. Capture with Max Defense.

The power of these incredible light attributes is struck. Hot. Heavy. I feel a high fever that is likely to dissolve in drowsiness and a shock that is likely to tear my body apart.

But not to death. Somehow outweighs it.

"Uuuuu...."

I heard a buzzing noise from the surface.

No serious damage to the body. However, most of the "Devil's Embrace" has burned out.

Damn it, I should have worn "Maximilian Armor". I ruined everything.

"So, Chrono, can you tell me that you still licked me alive? Unfortunately, I'm stronger than you anymore."

Oh, my God, you're absolutely right.

If the Apostle is the opponent, I won't win one-on-one either. Mass only waved the power of the Apostle, and he was just like an amateur, so he managed to hunt him down.

But Nero is an active Rank 5 adventurer.

If it turns into an apostle with the ability to push up to the most powerful class on a single horse, even if it's just an amateur... I can't handle it.

Probably stronger than Saliel when he was the Seventh Apostle. Sariel didn't have the ability to specialize (Iggy), so there was a gap.

However, in addition to his original high combat abilities, Nero would normally have 'Specialized Abilities (Iggysts)'.

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For a moment, I gave Fiona a glance.

I should have told you not to do anything yet.

Nero just woke up as an apostle... but he doesn't look confused or runaway. The aura of infinite white magic boasts the same density and pressure as Sariel. You should already be able to demonstrate your full combat capability.

In contrast, this is a member configuration that lacks Lily.

To quote, Charlotte has Nell and some important people that Nero can't take away today.

The best thing I can do right now is get everyone out of here somehow.

"... I can't believe I woke up to the Apostle in this last resort. Nero, have you ever been a cross man?"

"I didn't feel like believing in what they call a 'white god'... but now I can believe it."

It doesn't sound like Nero was actually a hidden cross like Silverian. In other words, it was only after meeting Liinfeld that Nero came into contact with the Cross.

The conditions for awakening the Apostle are still not simple faith. "White God" has its own conditions for determining the Apostle.

Judas knew the conditions, so he made Saliel the artificial human (Homunkurus) he created himself into the Seventh Apostle.

And now Nero just happened to fit into that mysterious condition... it's still too much to think about.

Perhaps the White God was watching Nero from the beginning. Nero draws the blood of demon king Mia.

"The power is not just powerful. I'm sure it will be directed at the people of Pandora. They call non-human species the Demons. The power of the Apostle is to destroy the demons, the enemies of God."

Are you trying to warn me? Not now. The White God answered my call for strength. Only the White God, no one else, no black gods, gave me strength. I really wanted power, then. "

"There can't be a 'white god' just to fulfill a wish conveniently. When you become an apostle, you cannot disobey God's will. As Sariel did, you will be used as a token to kill Pandora's people."

"If I'm going to protect Lynn, I'm not going to choose a way. And no one else has chased me so hard that I need this kind of power, Kurono."

"How many people were you going to get involved with for that woman!

"I've never lost one of the women I love. He's barking at hypocrisy."

Hypocrisy.

Nero, you don't understand... people die. Really, a lot of people get killed.

The sight I saw in Iles, the sight I saw in Alsace, can now be seen all over the continent. That's what forgiving a cross invasion is all about.

"If we can't protect him, it doesn't make sense how many others have been saved. Because it is most important, it takes precedence over anyone, above all else. Of course not."

"That's why you have to sacrifice as much as you can. Your betrayal is not just Avalon and Sparta, it is the worst threat to peace throughout Pandora."

"That's not what I know. Look, Krono, I'm gonna kill you with this power. And keep protecting Lynn. Everything else is the end of the line."

Once Nero awakens as an apostle, there is no turning back.

Even if I die clean here, Nero won't stop. He's an apostle. I do not know how many killings will be carried out by the will of the white gods.

At least the White God will not give Nero any protection just to make him live a happy life with Rinfeldt.

"Damn it... there's no room for persuasion anymore..."

"Oh, yeah, so give it up. And hopefully despair. Curse your helplessness just like I did that day----"

Then Nero waves his hand again.

The sword of light raised in his hand spreads even bigger than before. Amazing magic density. It's not just a bluff.

If it hits directly, I doubt it will be able to withstand the "Steel Demon King (Overgear)".

I don't think Nero has anything to say to me anymore. Hannah didn't listen to me... but a clear intention of killing was directed at me that was unparalleled.

"I won't let you, oniisama."

At that time, it was Nell who split between me and Nero.

I don't think about it later, I don't think about it emotionally, it's not like that. She is also prepared to stand face to face with the traitor's brother.

What are you doing, Nell?

"I don't think so. Do you think you'll miss this infamy?"

"Who forgives me for what I do?

The tremendous war that erupts from behind Nell is the revelation of anger against my arrogant brother.

Crispy, Nell's fist was firmly gripped, but he didn't shake it up.

"... then I'll kill him myself."

"What is it?"

"If you're going to kill Kurono-kun here now, I'm going to die with you. But if you still feel like saving my life as a sister, please leave."

"You're starting to say that, Nell. I can't believe you're holding yourself hostage."

Well, I'm the one Nero wants to kill, not everyone here.

If Nell stood up and protected me, I wouldn't even be able to slash Nero.

But that's why I can't let go of the proposal.

"No, Nell. Nero is insane."

"Yeah, I don't think you're very sane. But if my brother has lost his reason and turned him into a monster he can only outrun, I will have to risk my life to stop him."

"Hey, don't treat me like a monster because I'm stronger than you."

Nero laughs at our interaction.

Don't you think that my sister told you to stop?

"Well, with the power of the Apostle, there's nothing to be afraid of. You can miss Kurono. But, Nell, you're going back to Avalon with me."

"What happens when I get back? Are you going to fight Sparta?"

"You are my precious sister. I don't want to be held hostage. That's why I'll protect you."

"It's funny to keep a chain of violence connected and protected. Even slavers don't say things that come to mind."

"Say whatever you want. You'll find out someday. I shouldn't have chosen the means to protect my loved ones - that's how I take Nell with me."

Though the huge sword of light has been extinguished, the whirling silver aura is still exerting intense pressure, and it is no surprise that a quick-death attack will fly in the next moment.

Should Nell have shouted without putting his hair in if he didn't let him go?

But it is too dangerous to target Nero, who has awakened to the Apostle. Without any preparation or countermeasures, I am not the one to emotionally challenge and manage.

That's why I'm sending Nell back to Avalon like this. We should see that country falling into the hands of the Cross now that Nero is like this.

"Chrono-kun, please don't get sick. This is Avalon's problem. That's why I'm responsible for being a princess."

"That might be true, but...."

I don't want Nell to go. It's too dangerous. It's impossible to trust Nero now that he's an apostle.

But still, I couldn't return the word that kept Nell.

"Besides, there's only one way to fix this situation without hurting anyone."

Oh, yeah, Nell's right, I'm the only one who sees the end of sacrifice no matter what else you scratch.

I don't want anyone to die. Even one of Homunkurus can stand being killed.

"... I'm sorry, Nell."

Nell smiled a little lonely and told me that she could only lean without strength.

"I'm going back to Avalon. But I'm sure we'll see each other again."

"Of course... I'll definitely go see him."

So please stay safe.

I will definitely get enough power to defeat the Thirteenth Apostle Nero.

"Have you said goodbye?

Yeah, that's enough.

"Oh, yeah. Charles, have you decided what to do?

"There can be no reason to come with the worst traitors. Charles will never abandon the princess of the proud Spartan Third Princess, the kingdom. I'm not like you."

Nero shrugs his shoulders at Nell's spicy words.

Looking at Nero like that, Charlotte said in tremor.

"Nero's stupid! I don't know what you're talking about! Why are you doing this to me... without even consulting us?!

"Oh, I see. Speaking of which, I completely forgot to mention it. Sorry ------The 'Wing Road' will dissolve now."

"No, why... why are you saying that!?

"After all, I was the leader. If you declare dissolution, I won't tell you."

On the contrary, Charles burst into tears with no more words, covering his face, telling Nero that he had not felt anything at all and that he had dissolved flatly.

"What is it, Sole? Don't joke, Nero. You didn't think anything about us!!

Kai screams on behalf of Charlotte, who squats on the spot and cries.

"Charles and Kai are childhood friends and friends that are important to me. The days I spent as Wing Road weren't so bad either. I don't know if I can stay like this forever."

"Then!

"But I told you, Kai. I chose it. Not you, I chose someone else that I thought was most important. The power of this apostle is a testament to his choice and readiness."

"Don't tell me it's beautiful! All of a sudden, I guess I just got stupid!!

"I can't believe the day will come when you'll scold me for being stupid... but let's forgive it. You're my friend, Kai."

"You're kidding me...."

"Is that all you want to say? If you're coming with me, this is your last chance. You've seen the power of the Apostle in the Galahad War. That power is mine now. No one can stop me. Forget patriotism, nobility, bullshit pride, and give it to me. I'll be happy to welcome you."

"You big idiot. If you don't hit me as hard as you can, I don't think you know how much I'm talking about."

Kai laughs at everything, but I've never seen him so angry.

But it's only natural. Kai is furious because his best friend Nero is against him.

But still, you don't pull out your sword and fly away without thinking about it later, because you've already seen Nell's prepared behavior.

"Khai, you're an idiot after all. The stronger one is the natural choice, the best survival strategy."

Safi, are you going to betray Teme?

Along with Celis, Saphir was watching how things were going. However, there is no change in the complexion. Even if Nero wakes up to the Apostle.

Perhaps she knew that Nero had long gone back to the Cross. And on top of that, I definitely chose to go to Nero.

"Sparda's over. If the Crusades and Avalon intercept us, we will have no choice. Above all, Nero awakened as an apostle. Now Nero is Pandora's strongest."

"That's why Temei forgives such a nero!

"I don't understand what you're mad at. Nero says he's willing to take it personally. I wonder if it's the goodwill of an old friend."

"Ah, I see... Damn, I don't think evil is evil, but it's true that he's the most evil of all."

"That evil is just for someone else. If Nero, the Cross, conquers the continent, we will be just. If you stick to an old country called Sparta, you'll just be stupid losers."

"No, Safi, that's enough. Charles and Kai apparently chose to split up with me."

"Naturally, I'm not rotten enough to wag my tail at a traitor!

"Khai, I didn't hate your foolishness, but now I feel pathetic for that foolishness."

Fuck you, get back to Avalon.

"Ah... bye, Char, Kai. I hope I don't see you on the battlefield."

Next time Nero will walk away from us.

Charles squats on the spot and cries quietly, and Kai can only punch his fist on the ground with an unbearable rage. There's nothing I can do, and I can't even find a word for both of you.

Nero left without looking back.

Remember the worst thing about awakening the Apostle and the sad fact that the Rank 5 Adventurer Party called "The Wing Road" was dissolved.