The wise man returns

I've known about the Great Wall since my previous life.

The line between mankind and the Horses! Where the elite armies of the Cadim Empire are stationed!

At the same time, the greatest fortress in the world.

Humanity's fortress has kept the Horsemen at bay for thousands of years!

At the news that the Great Wall had collapsed, the kingdoms quickly panicked.

‘I still get nervous just thinking about that. It even said, "Why don't we even surrender to the one who's running away?" ’

A lifetime of experience, Balin sighed and looked at the wall.

The wall, which would be almost 50 meters high, remained strong after a thousand years.

Somehow, I felt like I could understand why I flew away at that time.

The fact that a fortress is breached means that the enemy is just as powerful.

“You've never seen the Great Wall before? I think the head is spinning. ”

“Yep... I've never seen anything quite like it. ”

Balin opens his mouth to say so.

The admiration he felt now was never an act.

As it worked, the rangers shrugged their shoulders and spoke.

“Of course. This wall is guarded by who? ”

“A shield that guards the whole world. This is the only way to live. Where will they go? They'll be as dirty as the castles! ”

Rangers bragging about drooling! It seemed like the sun wouldn't end until sundown if I just let it go.

Even down the slopes with a sheave installed. I continued to boast when I was traveling the well-groomed path behind the wall.

It was a moment of unbearable silence magic.

“Guys! Guys! Is there anything good today? ”

“Aja! Yoyogi! ”

Surprisingly, the children who appeared to be less than 10 years old approached them.

Given where this place is, it is truly remarkable.

“I'm sorry about this. Today there's only one person who's lost. I'll look for more flavor grass tomorrow. ”

“Hee-young...”

Around the disappointed child, other children gathered like chicks chasing the mother chicken.

As the rangers calmed the child, Balin slowly looked around.

As expected, many houses have been gathered from far away on the other side of the Wall.

‘Duke Ketil built a separate country from the Great Wall, so it must be true. ’

It wasn't that I didn't understand. Maintaining this kind of facility and power was almost inevitable.

This was the solution that Duke Ketil and his former commanders came up with.

I didn't intend to tackle it.

“But where are we going? ”

“Ah, I'm on my way to Central Command. Don't worry, it's standard procedure. ”

That's how the Rangers answered Balin's question as she moved.

Maybe they're doing a physical. With that in mind, I arrived at a building that looked like a command post.

The command is a fortress surrounded by walls, with all sorts of devices at the top.

It's not as big as the Wall itself, but it's a pretty big fortress.

“Are you sure what you just said, by the way? Property is water and hardness is five classes? ”

“Not enough. ”

Balin said, shivering in humility.

Formerly called the Wizard of Fire, this time it was decorated as the Wizard of Water.

Everyone here will be amazed when they find out about him.

I didn't want to cause such a commotion.

“... Okay. Just a moment.”

After speaking, the Rangers enter the command post first.

You wait about five minutes, and they step out again, gesturing toward this side.

“Come in. An officer will be here shortly. ”

“Officer?”

An officer to a wizard who's lost his way is surprisingly well treated.

The officer who just appeared to Balin, who thought so, said:

“Sorry. Sorry. I could have come a little sooner, but I was just as excited about swordsmanship as I was about to. Now, that's a sign of a welcome guest. Isn't that right? Mwahaha! ”

“... you. ”

The officer was quite plump with a stubborn beard.

A body type that reminds me of a Dwarf rather than a human being as a whole.

The funniest of them all is the sweaty bald hair.

But Balin could not laugh. It's because his body instinctively senses the sensation of his whole body.

“Too late for introductions. My name is Ketil. They called him Duke Kettle, changed his real name to this. That's why it's so much easier. Hahahaha!”

I knew it! ’

Duke Ketil smiles when he's finished.

Just as I expected, Valine's mind became even more confused.

Why would a General Commander come out directly to investigate a Lost Grand Joint Wizard?

Duke Ketil opens his mouth as if he had read the thoughts.

“Don't think too deeply. If you're a five-class wizard at that age, it makes sense for me to check in with you myself. ”

“That may be so...”

“And if I come out personally, I can offer you this. ”

After finishing his words, Duke Ketil pulls out dozens of papers from his waist.

What is it?

Curious, Balin's eyes widened.

All the tens were contracts. From a one-year contract to a 30-year contract or more, there was everything.

“Here, sign whatever you want. Unlimited access to the freshest horseman materials! A super fast prepass contract to be supplied faster than anyone else! ”

Duke Ketil tapping my chest with confidence.

Balin cut right in front of him.

“No, thanks.”

Wheeing.

Obviously a confined room, but strangely the sound of the wind passed between them.

“That's not all! You're just as powerful as a wizard, and I'm going to bring in as many soldiers as I can! All you have to do is clean up, eat, and wash at night...”

“Absolutely not. ”

Rejection is much cooler than the previous answer! But Duke Ketil never gave up.

“Haha, of course it was a joke at night. Now, how about this? This is a great three-story mansion, just like we discussed. And speaking to the Imperial Court, let me try my best to ascend the throne of the Imperial Bird! That's enough for a total identity transfer! Khh... If you do well, you'll be an Earl, an Earl! ”

After more than thirty minutes, he fell into a state of weakness.

Time flies, but Balin feels the energy draining from his entire body somehow.

It was like pulling on a chain tied together somewhere.

I don't think anyone knows Master Sonya...! That's exactly who Sonya and Leven put together! ’

But I felt like I was getting rid of it somehow. I refused the offer over a hundred times, and this was the answer.

“If you mean it, you can't do it. Home of the Pioneer Kingdom? It's close, so the merchant guild will be back and forth around next month. ”

Balin asked Duke Ketil, who was speaking in a frenzy, after tasting again.

“Then why are you so hung up? Someone like you. ”

Duke Ketil was a superhuman ten years ago, arguing with the first of the continental sovereign masters.

No matter how hard Balin spoke, it was never a class he could take on himself.

Balin's questions were asking for answers.

“Then my chances of success are a little bit more likely to be on my own, asking for permission from my superiors in vain and without delays in the process. That's why I can't lose a talent like you. ”

“Is there a reason you're so judgmental? ”

Duke Ketil opens his eyes for a moment, then smiles and answers.

“You said five classes of wizards? That's enough. If I can move my body and bend my head to recruit you, and that doesn't kill the soldier who needs to die, of course I can. Don't you think?”

* * *

Behind the sunset wall, there was no peace.

From afar, it was just an ordinary rural village.

Balin, who came out of the command, was amazed at the sight.

“I can't believe this is the Great Wall. It's the most dangerous hedge in the world...”

“It's all thanks to Duke Ketil and the efforts of each of us. Look. We're still trying in real time. ”

The Ranger gestures downward with his answer.

Looking at that side, you can see the busy knights and soldiers.

“We must be vigilant, as the Horses may come at night. You're an outsider, so it doesn't matter. ”

After finishing your speech, the Ranger gestures lightly.

“Follow me. I'll show you to your quarters. ”

Accommodations that arrived following the directions of the rangers were roughly ten square feet.

It was quite narrow but not cramped, and I even felt neat with the bedding and laundry.

But Valine is not at rest here.

I didn't know what else, but finding Sil-Lenon's corpse was our top priority.

Balin came out of the Blink, speeding toward the place where the space was first opened.

- I thought you'd be here soon.

It was dawn the next day when Balin returned to the gate.

Katua, who saw him, closes the room with this horse.

“You'd be surprised how fast I was speeding. ”

Balin gasps and takes a breath.

From the barrier to the baron soldain, he does not slow down at the maximum speed.

Thanks to this, I spent less than three hours walking for a week.

But there was still work to be done. Balin gives Katua the coordinates for the Great Wall and moves toward it.

The remaining time is approximately five hours. Balin used it all to search the Southern Great Mountains.

Looking slowly from the nearby mountain, the day dawned.

“Get up! Come on! Breakfast is early! If you're late, everyone will eat all the delicious dishes! ”

It was surprisingly Duke Kettle who knocked on the door.

Perhaps he hasn't given up on his obsession with Balin yet.

“It's going to take a while for the Merchant Wagon to arrive anyway, so take your time exploring! If you change your mind, tell me anytime! ”

“That's not gonna happen. ”

The fortress master of Ruby Tower, the presence of the current emperor, and the world's greatest wizard.

All three of them were more prestigious than yesterday's.

No matter how much I liked what he said yesterday, he won't be staying here.

That day, Balin looked around the Great Wall.

It was more like dealing with an institution or a newcomer than just an outsider.

One peculiar thing is that soldiers reveal their facilities, secrets, etc.

It was the foundation of confidence in the perfection of the barrier.

And in fact, the defenses of the barrier were that thorough.

“Now, what do you think? ”

“Very... impressive. ”

Balin nods lightly in front of Duke Ketil, who seems to want a compliment.

The defenses here were truly superior to any he had ever seen, not only in poverty.

If the Demon King hadn't come, he would have won no matter how many enemies he faced. I was so convinced.

“Well, I guess I'm busy now. Don't go in there. Take your time. ”

After Duke Ketil's disappearance, Valine finished her training in the Tomb of Eternity and came out at noon.

It was just a moment when I entered a restaurant near the Wall. Someone inside makes a sound towards all sides.

“I mean, it doesn't make sense that we're like this, and the guy who clapped his mouth in the Imperial City! ”

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This is the second part of the day. After the third one, I think I'll have to iron the snow through the night... If I distribute the schedule well, it won't be a problem. I'm sure. Heh heh.

See you soon for the last episode! Please make one recommendation before you go!