Surviving With An Sss Rank Inventory

Surviving With An Sss-Rank Inventory Chapter 172

Episode 172

Even before Dio and Gunther returned to the party, the party came to Dio first.

Despite Dio’s words not to worry, the group arrived at the battlefield with their own weapons.

Of course, the situation was already over, so the group was left to rest for an hour.

“I said it’s okay. “Nothing happened.”

“You said you fought with five swords and nothing happened?”

“To be honest, it was tricky. “If it weren’t for Solari’s grace, I might have died.”

Dio shrugged his shoulders and responded slyly to Sephia’s words.

“Ha, you said it was tricky? “If it’s true that I fought the Paul I know…”

Elaine, who knew Paul’s strength, was dumbfounded when she heard Dio’s words.

“It is the Paul you think of. “Because I was there too.”

“You…”

Elain frowned at Gunther’s words.

Although Elaine hated humans, Gunther was one of the few humans she remembered.

An imperial swordmaster with respectable skills who competed on par with Paul in the past.

“I’m late to say hello. My name is Gunther. “I am acting as a knight of the empire.”

“Gunther? Gunther, who is called the strongest knight?”

“The strongest…is still not enough compared to Dio here.”

Despite Sepia’s surprise, Gunther praised Dio.

He wasn’t the type of person to be shy, but having just seen the fight with Paul, he was embarrassed that the word ‘strongest’ was given to him.

“I’m embarrassed. “I’m still not good enough.”

“Humility that is not appropriate is actually not good for society.”

“Is that so? Well, as of now, I have no rivals.”

The companions looked at Dio, who was joking without hesitation, but Gunther laughed out loud.

“Hahaha, with your skills, it won’t be a problem to say that.”

If Gunther’s son Delcid had said that, Gunther would definitely have scolded Delcid.

What you have experienced is only inside a well, and the world is wide.

But Gunther felt that Dio did not need such advice.

On the contrary, Dio’s power and experience were so vast that such advice would be rude.

Gunther sincerely admitted that Dio could be confident in his skills, but he couldn’t help but be surprised again by Dio’s next words.

“Oh, I’m just joking. I am sincere when I say that it is still not enough. “What are you taking so seriously?”

Dio’s words were neither humble nor false.

‘It’s still not enough. At this level, neither the Demon Lord nor Kaleina can be defeated. Ah, you don’t have to worry about the Demon King anymore.’

Dio was not fully grown yet.

There were still 50 levels left until maximum level, and the power of faith that Kaleina possessed was also far from sufficient.

Dio clearly knew that fighting enemies was foolish unless a sure victory was guaranteed.

This is not a game, this is reality.

“Yes…I can sense your sincerity.”

Dio’s words were just a struggle to survive, but Gunther, who had no way of knowing this, thought that Dio was amazing and admired him.

“Then I guess I should show my sincerity too.”

“yes? “What do you mean?”

“Our empire will stand on the side of the newly born Solari.”

It was not Dio who was surprised by Gunther’s words, but the people listening next to him.

Saying that the empire will stand on the same side is not something to be taken lightly.

Although Solari is not a newly born god but a god of the past that has been forgotten for a thousand years, that does not mean things are good.

There are very few believers who have believed in Solari for over a thousand years.

In fact, it was safe to say that Solari was a new religion, as Gunther and others thought.

In order for the Solari Church to spread across the continent again, it needs the help of a powerful nation.

Building a church or evangelizing also requires a lot of manpower and money.

Until now, Duke Bertio’s cooperation has only been providing supplies or helping to gather allied forces.

In order to start a cult in earnest, it is actually quite difficult to use Bertio’s power alone.

However, if the empire helps in earnest, the story is completely different.

Even Bertio, who was called the king of the East, could not compare to the military power and wealth of the imperial family.

Moreover, the person who promised to support the empire was Gunteo.

Since he notarized and even said that he was sincere, it was in fact a strong alliance between Solari and the Empire.

“Is this judgment your own? Or…”

“Of course, His Majesty the Emperor thinks the same. “That’s why I came here.”

“But hasn’t the Empire maintained peace without conflict with the Luna Church for hundreds of years? If the Emperor declares that he will side with the Solari…”

“Don’t worry about that. The emperor will also be fully aware of that and prepare for it. Well…I think there will be a lot of backlash, but it can’t be helped. “The empire cannot continue to remain neutral.”

“….”

Dio nodded at Gunther’s words.

Dio also expected that the reason Gunther came to him was to propose an alliance.

If the Empire remains silent in the current conflict between Solari and Luna, the power of the imperial family will still be pushed aside by the power of religion.

‘We’re allies for now, but what happens after that…’

Dio had a rough idea of what the emperor was thinking.

They would like to silence the Luna Church, which influences the entire continent, and allow the Empire to take its place.

However, in order for that to happen, we will definitely be wary of the growth of the Solari Church, which will take the lead in the downfall of the Luna Church.

But Dio didn’t need to worry about that right now.

Rather, for that reason, I was able to receive help from the empire with peace of mind.

‘They say they will definitely help the Luna Church until it falls.’

Dio met Gunther’s serious eyes and raised his hand.

“I feel reassured that the Empire is helping me. I hope to go along well.”

“I am asking you to take care of me.”

Gunther willingly took Dio’s hand.

With this, the alliance between the Solari Church and the Empire was completely established.

“Hey…”

Even though she knew that the story Dio and Gunther were talking about was not light, Evelyn opened her mouth hesitantly, wanting to say something.

“Then can I enter or leave anywhere in the empire?”

“hmm?”

Gunther was puzzled by Evelyn’s unexpected question, but he immediately gave her the answer she wanted.

“It doesn’t matter where, as long as it’s not the imperial family. “I guarantee your identity, so you can go anywhere freely.”

“Wow! “They say there are a lot of delicious things to eat and things to see in the Imperial Capital!”

Because of Evelyn’s status as a witch… or rather, because she was confined to a cave under her teacher’s instructions, the empire did not dare to set foot in her.

In fact, Evelyn, who has become as strong as Calliope, would not be subject to inspection by the Empire even if she went into hiding.

Still, he seemed thrilled to be able to freely roam the empire.

“Is it possible to see the library in the imperial palace?”

“Well, that’s something I need to look into separately…”

“They say the empire has the largest magic academy on the continent! “I have to go there sometime!”

Roberto pinched her arm as Eveline seemed excited.

He was looking at Dio, who had been contemplating something with his arms crossed earlier.

Evelyn looked embarrassed and kept her mouth shut so as not to disturb Dio.

* * *

‘The emperor also made a choice. ‘It’s as I expected.’

This was a very good situation for Dio.

This means that there is no need to waste time going to the empire and negotiating with the emperor.

‘Should this stay in the devil’s eye any longer? Even so for me, I think other kids can grow more.’

Thinking of his group, Dio thought about continuing the demon hunt he had been doing so far, but quickly shook his head.

As I first thought, it’s a waste of time.

Since Dio himself is the only one who has Solari’s blessing, it would be better for him to grow up a little faster.

‘It would be right for the other kids to assist and me to carry the picture. Because it’s efficient.’

Dio remembered the reward he received from killing Deathcruger.

This is a reward for completing a hidden quest that rewards the absolute value of level up, not experience points.

Dio’s level, which he reached after completing the demon hunt, was 450.

And now, thanks to defeating Paul alone, he has risen another 7 levels to 457.

If you think about the fact that the experience required to level up increases, you can see that the experience required to go up to level 7 is considerable.

It means that experience points have been received appropriately for Paul’s reputation and level.

‘There were a few more things that could be leveled up with absolute value… If I get the chance, I’ll have to turn this route.’

After organizing his thoughts, Dio noticed that the surroundings were quiet and raised his head.

Gunther and his companions are staring at him.

“Haha, I was thinking about something…now that the work is done, let’s return.”

“okay? Where are you going? “I think it would be a good idea to take this opportunity to stop by the empire.”

“That would be fine.”

Dio did not necessarily refuse Gunther’s offer.

Although he was promised negotiations with the empire, Dio had a lot of work to do within the empire.

Of course, the most important thing was finding a warehouse.

“Everyone follow me. “Once you leave the Demon Realm, the best magic corps of the imperial family will be waiting for you, so you will be able to get there easily.”

“yes?”

“…Is there a problem?”

“Are you sure you want to walk to the outside of the Demonic Palace?”

“hmm?”

“No, Gunther, wouldn’t you have an artifact that can move through space?”

“….”

Gunther looked embarrassed at being treated so suddenly.

“It can’t be helped. “I have no choice but to wait for Calliope to come.”

“Who is that?”

“there is. “The greatest contributor to this expedition.”

Dio smiled at Gunther, who had a curious look on his face.

With Calliope’s magic, you can easily reach the Empire.

“Let’s move for now. “I have to go west anyway, so if I go that way, Calliope will find me.”

Dio slowly set off, leading Gunther and his companions.

Now, the business in the magic world is truly over.

Deathrugger died, the Demon King’s resurrection was prevented, and Paul was also dealt with.

Dio glanced behind him.

The small crater where Paul exploded is visible.

A perfect finish with no need to confirm or kill.

Dio began walking ahead with a lighter heart.

* * *

The magic mirror is empty after Dio and his companions leave.

In the middle of it all, the aftermath of the collision between Rademos’ core and the light of sacrifice remained clearly visible.

Paul is definitely dead.

Because his body was not strong enough to withstand the Demon King’s core.

Shaking –

The land of the demon world, which was obviously a small crater with nothing in it, was shaking.

The ground is shaking?

No, it wasn’t the ground, but the debris from the explosion piled up on the surface was writhing.

The debris suddenly gathered together and began to grow in size.

Kkul-kul-kul-

pounding!

A heart formed from debris.

It was the core of Rademos that disappeared along with Paul.

Thump-thump-thump-

Rademos’s heart began to beat more and more, unable to regain its original form.

Then the surrounding ground began to tremble again.

Saaaaaaa –

debris gathering into Rademos’ core.

This was not the dust that was the background of the Demonic Sutra, nor was it demon energy.

It was Paul’s body that had been shattered into pieces.

Coo coo coo coo-

The debris began to gather around Rademos’ core and form a human shape.

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