Chapter 177 - Kingdom of Winter 2 (2/2)

'The Norton Kingdom was once ruled by Nakron.'

The fear of the dead probably rose sky-high back then.

Therefore, even though thousands of years had passed, the Norton Kingdom’s army did not dare to attack Dreadlore.

There was a folktale that Nakron was sleeping in the Dreadlore with his vassals.

“With the protection of the God of Light, Nigel can easily be defeated. The problem is the others.”

“… Certainly, the Witch Cultists are troublemakers. Recently, they have been expanding their influence in various areas, and they’re not easy to deal with.”

In addition, there were rumors that the Witch of Greed was aiming for the treasures of the royal family.

Colesman couldn’t help but be alert.

As he made an anxious look, Brynhild smiled brightly as she prepared to speak.

”Please do not worry. Light always wins against darkness.”

The dazzling light had the power to drive out the darkness.

So, Woohyuk, who had been chosen as the warrior of the God of Light, would solve everything.

Colesman, a Light Doctrine devotee, nodded at Brynhild's argument.

“I am so glad you are here with us, Valkyrie Brynhild. The myth says that you died centuries ago, but it seems it wasn't true.”

“Legends and myths are not always true. The same goes for the old books in the library.”

Brynhild wrapped herself with her white wings.

Colesman was temporarily fascinated by her graceful figure.

“… In any case, please inform me if there is anything you need. Our situation is not very good, but we will actively help your expedition.”

“Thank you. Then please provide a military map of the northwest region and the information you have recently collected.”

Woohyuk demanded the necessary things in order to defeat the undead.

Colesman immediately glanced at the officer next to him, ordering him to bring the relevant documents.

“This is all we know. However, King of Rhine, there are distasteful rumors about you going around...”

“What rumors are you talking about?”

“I have heard that you raise the dead and use them as subordinates. Is that true?”

Whether Woohyuk used the Death God’s power or not, the fact that Woohyuk utilized undead forces was a big problem for Colesman.

He also didn’t like that Woohyuk’s popularity was rising these days, and that he used the Valkyrie’s reputation to back him up.

When Colesman made a face of discontent, Woohyuk brought out the Informant’s Messages.

”Indeed. However, the fact that I am a warrior of the God of Light certified by the Holy See does not change. I merely use the Death God’s power as a secondary power.”

“… How peculiar of you to wield the powers of light and darkness at the same time. I pray that you do not go down the wrong path and fall.”

Woohyuk was a threat in Colesman's eyes.

If he had an impure heart, he could easily take control of the Norton Kingdom with a plausible cause.

As Colesman secretly showed vigilance, two soldiers rushed inside the room.

“Your, Your Majesty!”

“We have a problem!”

Everyone's eyes turned to them simultaneously.

“What is going on?”

“The entire undead army in the northwest is advancing south!”

“What?”

Colesman's pupils widened.

Meanwhile, Woohyuk nodded as if he had expected this situation.

'He’s going to make the first move. As I expected...'

The situation was very different from when he was in the Talis Kingdom.

While Woohyuk had only brought his elite troops in case the Demon Kings attacked his kingdoms, this was still an official expedition.

He was not moving incognito, therefore the demons were definitely aware of his absence in his kingdoms.

“Perfect timing. If they come towards us first, we can fight advantageously.”

“Do you have some good ideas, King of Rhine?”

“They will first try to cut off the supplies of each city. If we place traps in advance, we can use their plans against them.”

The one who was leading the undead army was definitely the Lich Lord Nigel.

Woohyuk was already aware of his strategies thanks to his previous life.

As Woohyuk spoke, Colesman ordered the officers in the room.

“Contact the lord of each fief immediately and order them not to dispatch their armies recklessly. If they leave the castles unattended, the situation may go wrong and become irreversible. And summon the royal army commanders here.”

”Yes, Your Majesty!”

“We will relay those orders!”

The officers moved urgently to fulfill their respective roles.

Woohyuk looked at them and then turned to Colesman again.

“Are you not going to fight?”

“What are you talking about? I am the king of the Norton kingdom. When I am away, who will govern and deal with the state affairs…?”

“It has been common since ancient times for the king to lead the army in wartime battles. In fact, during the reign of a certain great king, he interfered very little with the government during his reign.”

The great king Woohyuk mentioned was Alexander.

A person who believed that he was the son of God and achieved feats that everyone thought were impossible after continuing his conquest of the east.

However, Colesman was a native of the Eeth Continent, and didn’t know of him.

“That is only the case when the kingdom is in a stable situation. As you may know, the Norton Kingdom is in a state of great conflict between classes. Internal dissatisfaction has accumulated due to the long war against the undeads and the populations are concentrated in the big cities. So what would happen if I were to leave my desk and office in this situation? Therefore, I hope that you, the king who received the Valkyrie’s order, go in my stead.”

“… I understand. Instead, I have a favor.”

“What is it? As I mentioned earlier, I will give you whatever support is possible.”

“During the war, I would like to borrow Stormblade Cardion and the Frost Queen’s Necklace.”