Chapter 340

The night in Goseong Epics is fierce, with a never-ending snowstorm. However, the actual owners of this place are not affected by the cold. Le Luyen and Galarsch, elf vampire and orc vampire, respectively, are sitting facing each other in the conference room. They discuss Lucinil's cooperation and Antirianus's suspicious behavior, with Galarsch believing that he killed the previous head of the family, Maxamilia. The goal of the previous head of the family was to create the Philosopher's Stone, and Galarsch suspects that Antirianus may have had a way to achieve it without being controlled. Galarsch and Le Luyen discuss Antirianus's suspicious behavior and his possible involvement in the death of the previous head of the family. They both agree that Antirianus is dangerous and cannot be trusted. Galarsch decides to cooperate with Lucinil to keep an eye on Antirianus. Le Luyen's memory is selectively erased every 200 years, causing Galarsch frustration when he has to explain past events to her. They discuss Maxamilia's attempt to create the Philosopher's Stone. Translation:

Galarsch speaks quietly, "It was to give a soul to Lucinil." The Philosopher's Stone, a substance that can create any miracle. Although everyone knows that it is the ultimate goal of alchemy and that it does not actually exist, alchemists dream of it at least once. Maxamilia, the previous head of the family, pursued it. That's why Galarsch cannot believe that Antirianus suddenly appeared and said that Maxamilia took her own life. If Antirianus killed Maxamilia...

"Hmm." Le Luyen's ears perked up, and she gave a subtle smile. "Is it because you're worried about Lucinil, not the demon world or the demon king?"

Galarsch frowned as if his impression was worthless. "We had a friendship with Maxamilia."

Even though his expression was so harsh that it could make the youngest of the family fall asleep, Le Luyen's expression was like teasing a child. "That's all."

Galarsch firmly nailed the point, "Don't misunderstand." Le Luyen looked at Galarsch with a sparkling expression.

"What about me?"

"It's just an annoying relationship."

"I'm upset..."

Le Luyen's ears drooped.

* * *

As Lucinil advised, Galarsch did not say anything more or provoke Galarsch and Le Luyen. He already thought that receiving the cooperation of the two vampire lords was a considerable achievement. He had no intention of attacking them if Galarsch and Le Luyen refused to cooperate.

"I'll cooperate."

However, the next morning, when Galarsch said he would cooperate, I was surprised.

What happened overnight? Did his feelings change for some reason? Why?

But the orc vampire, who had a harsh impression, didn't seem to be intimidated by threats of murder, and I didn't seem to have any newfound kindness towards me.

It feels the same as with Antirianus. Why do I feel so bad when he says he'll help?

"As expected, things are better when we work together!"

Lucinil bounced around excitedly and hung on Galarsch's muscular arm.

Only a small fist-sized ball was attached to that huge arm, making it look like a cicada was stuck to it.

"Don't bother me."

-Smack!

"Ow!"

Of course, when Galarsch swung his arm, Lucinil stumbled pitifully.

"Ow, it hurts, you monster!"

"I know you do. I don't like anyone sticking to me. And don't call me a monster."

While Lucinil whined next to him, Galarsch completely ignored her, as if it were a common occurrence.

This feeling. Among the vampire lords who have grown old as they have eaten, a young child who looks young on the outside does something like a real child, and the other old vampire lords watch it like a grandchild's joke, and only Galarsch hates this situation.

This. Translation:

Is this just an old folks' home...? Vampire council...? It might not be such a formal occasion... I felt like I was watching a strange play. Among the group of elderly people living alone, is there one who is acting like a child due to severe dementia? Of course, Eleris may not know, but as a Lord Vampire who lives with his subordinates in their own neighborhood, he will not live alone. "Anyway, I will fully cooperate with you." "Then... there's only one left naturally." According to Antirianus' words, everyone's gaze naturally turned to the last person. Elf vampire, Le Luyen. "Why did I become a minority? In just one day?" When they laughed at the king of non-existent things, only Eleris was on my side in this place. Whatever the specific situation, Le Luyen was in a situation where he became a duckweed in the Nakdong River alone. "Ah, no... If I say I will cooperate here too, I feel like I will be swept away by the atmosphere and act without any backbone..." Le Luyen narrowed his eyes as if annoyed and tapped his foot before taking a deep breath. "Hoo... well, Galarsch said he would help me yesterday, and I thought about it. But..." Le Luyen shrugged. "It's just helping, you should know that I won't pledge loyalty with my life or anything like that. If you demand a relationship like a god, you will get tired." Not loyalty, but loose cooperation. But as much as the other person is the other person, that much is enough. Antirianus smiled happily as he looked at me. "With this, you have gained the power of the five vampire families. Great existence." I asked for help, and I succeeded in forming an alliance with the five vampire families of the Vampire Council. * * * I didn't think the results would be this good. I thought it would be a great success if I confirmed the willingness to cooperate one by one, but I succeeded in asking all the Lord Vampires for cooperation at once. The important thing is that their cooperation is good, but I shouldn't accept it too optimistically. I have to put aside the idea that they will be my allies completely. It's not a relationship like a god, it's just cooperation. Among them, Antirianus, who calls me a great existence and comes out in the lowest posture, was the most difficult. Of course, I didn't just gain the power of the Lord Vampires. I also gained the power they have. Antirianus explained to me about each family member. The council is just a meeting place, not where they live. Le Luyen said that there is a tribe's base in a large coniferous forest area called Linewood in the northwest of the continent. Galarsch has his own base in a desert area called Gekorgis in the southern part of the continent. Antirianus said that he is based in a village in one of the imperial vassal states called Alphanera. These three lead their own clans, whether they are close or far from the human world. Eleris said that he is the only leader of the Hwayo clan. Lucinil was the same, not leading a clan. The feeling of gaining an army with just a few words was overwhelming. I was trembling because I was getting involved in more and more dangerous things and achieving some results. I can now really go to war. Because of the weight of that thought, it felt like I couldn't breathe. But I couldn't hesitate. I decided to do whatever it takes to prevent the Gate incident. In particular, Le Ruin and Galarsch knew I was a strange person, but their reaction was clearly that of someone dealing with a crazy person. Lucinil opened her eyes wide and looked at me. She's really crazy. That's what she seemed to be thinking. Antirianus laughed and chuckled at how unexpected my words were. It was creepy to laugh like that. "If it doesn't work, it doesn't work, and there's no harm in trying. Who says there's no other way?" It's not a big deal to try. It's just that level of thing, so can't we discuss it? It's not something we can talk about as if we're saying "do it or don't do it," but in the end, there's no excuse other than this. So the answer to the first question is whether you know it or not. Le Ruin, Galarsch, and Lucinil all seemed to have never thought about such a thing judging by their expressions. Antirianus was the same. The Vampire Council doesn't know how to get to this world. "Okay, if you don't know, that's fine. Then what about information on a magic caster who might know?" This time, everyone's reaction was lukewarm. No matter how long they've lived, they're immortal beings who live somewhat jaded lives. So they can't be sensitive to worldly information. But... "If it's Kantus Magna, I've worked there before." Antirianus suddenly said something like that. "R-really?!" "Yes, Lucinil." It was Lucinil, not me, who made a new sound. It seemed that all the other Lord Vampires in this room were also surprised, unable to hide their confusion. "That's a story from before I became a vampire, but..." Antirianus was the key to reaching Kantus Magna.