I Became the Father of a Degenerate Emperor

Chapter 36

Episode 36. An unexpected guest.

Parma Aegis.

One of the six wings that support Kratus and head of the Aegis duchy.

He was now armed from head to toe in heavy armor.

The Y-shaped part of the helmet exposed the eyes and nose, but the other parts were firmly protected by polished metal.

The place where the duke is now standing is the boundary of the dukedom of Aegis and the northernmost part of the Kratus Empire.

A Duke looking at a distant dense forest.

The place where his gaze stayed was the Great Forest of Spisus.

Suddenly, a sigh leaks out of my mind as I recall the erratic report I received a few hours ago.

– A large man carried a girl on his back into the woods.

He couldn’t help but put on a pitiful expression for the duke who didn’t know that he was Max.

“Why are you so anxious that you can’t die yourself?”

Sometimes, there were people who stepped into Spisus while drunk.

However, most of them failed to achieve their goals and were stopped by soldiers.

The Duke raised his head and looked up at the sky with sad eyes.

The sun has reached the highest point in the blue sky.

And below that.

Innumerable monsters were carefully crawling out between the densely planted trees.

Monsters three or four times larger than normal beasts and monsters made of vines.

In addition to that, there were a lot of hideous things that wouldn’t have existed here in the first place.

As always, the time had come.

“If you want to rest for a bit, they come in with amazing knowledge. These nasty bastards.”

Kreureu- Kkeuk!

The monsters start to speed up gradually while screaming in anger or screaming.

They seemed to outnumber the Aegis soldiers several times.

Behind the Duke, knights and soldiers lined up side by side to maintain a dense formation.

Everyone was carrying a large round shield and a long spear, one in each hand.

As for the Aegis army, since the emperor started to go mad, the number has steadily decreased, and now there are less than 10,000.

That’s why it would be difficult to shake off the fear.

Someone will surely die today too.

“Aagh!”

The demons eventually start running with explosive momentum.

The dust cloud was also rapidly approaching.

I couldn’t see it well because it was quite far away, but from experience, my eyes would be glistening with blood and gooey saliva dripped from my snout.

Surprised by the ferocity of the monsters, the soldiers began to sigh one by one.

Some of them unknowingly backed away and bumped into a soldier behind them, startling them.

Perhaps the newly elected recruits were at the center of the anxiety.

The Duke said calmly without looking back.

“Don’t be shaken. Those who disrupt formation will be punished with their lives.”

Because it was a voice loaded with mana, it vividly reached the ears of the entire army without a single exception.

A large round shield and a long spear were placed on the floor on either side of the duke.

Suk seuk seuk-

The Duke bent down, grabbed a handful of soil, and calmly rubbed it with both hands.

Judging from the size of the monster, it will never end until the sunset burns.

That’s why I had to protect myself against sweat. So that the spear I grasped does not slip.

Because he had gone through countless battles where he risked his life, he showed no sign of haste even with the enemy in front of him.

The duke rose from his seat holding a shield and a spear.

Soon after, the shield protected his body and the pointy spear point pointed forward.

Following him, his knights and soldiers quickly take their positions.

The duke, who had been watching the front with a calm gaze, continued with a solemn tone.

“We will win today. However, someone will surely die. It could be me, or it could be one of you. Still, I can say for sure.”

It was a quiet word, but it was clearly delivered to the ears of the soldiers.

“Trust me. Believe in my ability and believe in the history of the Aegis. The Aegis will never break no matter what adversity comes.”

Kreak!

Koowang!

As soon as the Duke’s words were finished, the myriad monsters that covered the battlefield came rushing in like a torrent. It was really right in front of us.

Soldiers holding their spears tightly.

Not only was the sweat pooling in the palms of their hands, but some people found it difficult to stand still because their legs were wobbly.

The moment the tension reached its peak, the knights on the front line shouted loudly.

“The strong walls of the Aegis will protect everyone!”

“Only those who believe can live!”

“If you want to live, do not doubt victory!”

The soldiers also shouted incomprehensibly to alleviate their fear.

The moment the monsters approached right in front of you, their claws and fangs flashing, an intense light emanated from the Duke’s body.

“Your trust will never be betrayed!”

At the same time as the Duke’s cry, a huge wall rose rapidly in front of the knights.

Koo Goo Goong-

It looked like an illusion made of dim light, but it had a clear reality.

Puck! Perpuck! Puck puck puck!

The monsters that were running like crazy hit the wall and their heads exploded or bounced off, crushing each other and creating chaos.

Due to the suddenly created castle wall, the monsters couldn’t take advantage of the charge at all.

On the contrary, the faster he ran, the bigger the shock and the more difficult it was to recover.

The demons running from behind were also knocked down by the ones in front of them, or their bones were shattered and were in great shock.

The Duke’s voice resounded throughout the battlefield once again.

“This is the power of faith!”

The ability of Aegis received from God Oculus.

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It was to build a strong wall with the trust of his subordinates.

It was a ridiculous ability that increased the durability and size of the wall in proportion to the number of people it trusted.

Of course, it was not easy to maintain it for a long time, but it was not necessary.

Koo Goo Goong-

A castle wall sunk into the ground in an instant according to the will of the duke.

“Go ahead.”

Soldiers march forward bravely, matching their feet as they were trained.

At this moment, no one doubted victory.

Because of the Duke’s ability, I was finally convinced.

Pu-wook! Hooked!

The sharp blades began to mercilessly pierce the screaming monsters.

When the spirit of the monster revived, without fail, the castle wall soared from the ground.

Koo Goo Goong-

After that, all I had to do was stab the monsters in confusion with a spear.

Boom! Bang!

As the plates were blocked by the shield with large claws and fangs, the demons had no choice but to die as they pierced their entire body with the tip of a sharp spear while only striking the shield.

The battle finally ended around sunset.

The soldiers were checking and killing the corpses of the monsters that filled the field.

Duke Aegis looked at the entrance of Spisus in the distance.

A number of dim figures standing there.

Perhaps he was the cause of all these disasters.

Their true identities are the Dark Elves, who are called the specters of Spisus.

The duke, who was looking there, muttered softly.

“How long are you going to continue this pointless slaughter? How much more do you want to stir up that old grudge?”

Perhaps they felt the duke’s gaze, the Dark Elves soon disappeared into the forest.

Sug-

The battle was finally over, so the duke took off his helmet.

The wind blows her sweaty blond hair.

Standing there was a man full of decadence who must have stolen quite a few women’s hearts in his youth.

The duke slightly frowned at the scent of blood in the air.

His gaze turned to the bloody sunset that was mournfully spreading through the clouds.

Even though they were victorious, countless soldiers lost their lives today.

If the barriers were not built quickly, the Aegis would eventually fall into ruins.

The Duke muttered with a bitter expression.

“I hope the rumor that the emperor has changed is true.”

Right after the meeting with the envoys, I was captured by the chancellor again.

Until the sky goes dark, until white bubbles form on the sides of your lips.

The Prime Minister never stopped talking.

I felt like my ears were going to bleed.

I couldn’t blame anyone for all of this because it was my fault for having this madman sit as chancellor.

Then I was so bored, I thought about something else without realizing it.

The leader of the Imperial Knights of the Kratus Empire. Max Crawford.

By now, Mana should be back, heading for Quinodon.

The moment he delivered my words, the Dragon Lord would fly to the imperial palace at any moment, enraged like fire.

Actually, that was the picture I wanted the most.

Of course, the moment the Dragon Lord spews out fear, he would not be able to avoid fainting, but he wouldn’t go that far if he wanted information about Seryongsa.

And no matter how angry he was, he couldn’t do serious harm to the descendants of his close friend Kratus I.

Anyway, it will take at least a few more days for Max to reach the quinodon, so you can rest easy today.

Then the Aegis barrier problem came to mind.

Whether I listen to it or not, the chancellor is still spitting out his own words.

I cut off his words like a knife and asked him a question.

What if we use barbarians to build a barrier?

He pondered for quite some time before continuing.

“If you do that, it seems likely that you will face a strong backlash.”

“Why?”

“The northerners are very proud. It is because they believe that they are protecting the empire by giving their lives to fight monsters.”

“What does pride have to do with building barriers?”

“A barrier built by savages who prey on the people of the empire. A structure built by an enemy who starved his country. That alone will make you utterly disgusted.

“Isn’t it obvious that life would be much better if only the barriers were built by anyone?”

“As you know, northerners are especially naive. You’d rather risk it than be safe at the hands of your enemies. It may be severely hindered throughout the construction process.”

“That is very difficult.”

“Of course, I wonder if the savages will readily cooperate. However, if that is possible, there are ways to use it secretly only at night.”

After saying that, the prime minister took out a thick book.

“By the way, Your Majesty. I found an interesting book in the imperial library.”

For some reason, her face was much darker than the previous day. It seemed that she had been reading all night nonstop.

“It seems that the chancellor needs some rest. If you go wrong, the empire might be ruined, so don’t do anything more today and go to rest right now.”

“Anyway, I planned to go to bed early tonight. So please listen to me.”

“Let’s try.”

“According to this book, it is written that during the reign of Kratus I, the Aegis voluntarily demolished the wall.”

“What are you talking about?”

The chancellor didn’t explain in detail, just smiled confidently.

“You don’t necessarily have to build a wall. Maybe it can be solved with a word. Oh, it may cost some money, as usual in the world.”

The chancellor said that she should investigate herself a bit more, and she just talked to that point and left.

I also went back to the bedroom, washed away my fatigue with hot water, and lay down on the bed.

Outside the window, the coolly shining moon and scattered stars twinkled dimly as if they were having a conversation.

As I lay down alone under the dimly lit lights, all sorts of thoughts came to my mind.

The one that appeared most often was about Estill.

She must have still pouted.

I don’t know what to do to make her feel better.

Then, suddenly, she realized that she had been lying here until yesterday.

When I thought that, my heart suddenly pounded and my heat rose.

And for a moment, I also felt eerie.

I’m not her real husband.

But she kept trying to treat her as if she were her real wife.

Is this really okay?

The object she truly loves must be the owner of her original body.

I’m sure it’s not me.

Can I just satisfy my greed while deceiving her?

I couldn’t stop her erratic mind because of her conscience.

Nevertheless, love and hatred that were stronger than her guilt boiled over, and she kept thinking of her face.

Love.

If it wasn’t for those feelings, how could I long for her so much?

But I’m not sure that those feelings are mine.

Then I heard the door open.

I’m sure he’s not an assassin.

Two of the Imperial Knights will be guarding the entrance, so they won’t be enemies.

I quickly got up and checked the intruder.

Splendid silver hair that does not lose its shine even in dim light.

The intruder in the middle of the night was Estill with a sad face.

“Your Majesty.”

The moment she saw her, her heart started pounding as if it would explode.

The feeling of wanting to hug and kiss you right now.

Her mouth was dry due to her burning thirst.

Unaware of my speed, Estill slowly climbed onto the bed.

She sat down next to me and said quietly with her sad expression on her face.

“From morning to night. I was very angry that he did not come after waiting so long. So it seems that I reacted more sensitively. She is sorry for the pain.”

With just those words, her uncomfortable mind becomes at ease like magic.

“No. I’m more sorry I didn’t know it would be that late either. And nothing really happened with the Duke of Shade. The memo must have been the mistake of a drunken duke.”

Estill stares at my face for a while and smiles with a deep gaze.

“I will believe your words.”

She said that and leaned her head against my chest as she came.

Her body scent and sweet scent stimulate her instincts, fueling her burning desire.

Even the warm body temperature and heartbeat transmitted from her soft skin were urging them not to hesitate any longer.

Even though she thinks she shouldn’t do this, her wild desire to hold her tonight paralyzes her rationality.

Estill lifts her head and looks up at me.

She has a very lovely face.

Then she closed her eyes.

Slightly lifted lips.

I still couldn’t forget the ecstatic taste of this.

The moment my body moved instinctively and my lips touched hers.