My Daddy Hide His Power Chapter 177

The commander of the Magic Swordsman Division snatched the relic right before their eyes. 

 

After Cheshire disappeared, the stunned priests gradually regained their composure and let out the breaths they had been holding. 

 

“High Priest! What is this?” 

 

“We need to report this right away…” 

 

“Be quiet!” 

 

The High Priest, Paulo, looked at the broken glass with a complicated mind.

 

[Judgment Sword]

 

Why was that holy relic suddenly needed?

 

If someone like the commander of the Magic Swordsman needed it… 

 

Even though it might take some time, it could have been taken through legal procedures.

 

What is the reason to threaten the priests and make a fuss when it is clear that it will be a problem?

 

‘No, there is no need to worry.’

 

Paulo shook his head.

 

Whatever the reason, Cheshire shouldn’t have been harmed by this incident. 

 

Because he is the sword of the Emperor. 

 

“If we don’t have the force to support me and the temple, we’ll be in trouble. He’s a promising DOS of the younger generation and will soon become an unrivaled force. I’ll make him my sword.”

 

The Emperor said that he would make Cheshire the foundation of his new force. 

 

“From what I’ve heard, he was raised under the teachings of Enoch. Will he obediently follow?”

 

The Emperor laughed at Paulo’s worried question. He seemed to have something to believe in.

 

“We’ve already put in the effort, and we’re halfway there. Whatever Enoch taught him, there’s just a small gap to exploit. We just need to pry it open.” 

 

If what the Emperor says is true, then Cheshire is indeed a valuable asset. 

 

Paulo said after making his decision.

 

“Make sure this matter doesn’t leak out. The relic was transferred to the Commander of the Magic Swordsman through legitimate procedures by me. If any issues arise, I’ll take responsibility.”

 

* * *

 

Same time.

 

Enoch Rubinstein’s tactician, Joseph Lüttman, who was staying in the central region. 

 

He chuckled, flipping the cards out of his hands.

 

‘It’s going smoothly, it’s going smoothly.’

 

He met Enoch for the first time in a long time, who was on a subjugation nearby, and heard about the situation so far.

 

‘It was obvious that the snake would target Cheshire Libre.’

 

Cheshire had the ability to pique the Emperor’s interest.

 

It was already within Joseph’s expectations that he would want to obtain Cheshire to fulfill his long-held wish. 

 

However, how is he going to recruit Cheshire, whose ties to Enoch are publicly known? 

 

—The Emperor had one card to play.

 

“Was Cheshire Libre’s biological father the Marquis of Onyx? Maybe he will approach him in the near future. Pay attention to it.” 

 

As Joseph expected. 

 

Not long after Cheshire was appointed as a knight, the Marquis of Onyx approached him. 

 

“He must act as if he’s opened his heart to his father. Once it seems he’s almost swayed, the Emperor will likely use the Marquis of Onyx to reveal his intentions.”

 

However, the variable…

 

‘He really shouldn’t open his heart to his biological father.’

 

Cheshire was still young, he was easily manipulated and lacked the determination to sacrifice his life for a rebellion. 

 

The worst-case scenario would be Cheshire taking the bait and betraying the rebel forces.

 

“Hmm, as expected I’m worried too.”

 

Joseph muttered.

 

* * *

 

The capital, the gate room of the Temple of Pavil.

 

Enoch, who returned with five Paladins after completing the subjugation, had a lot to think about after meeting Joseph. 

 

“Please keep a close eye on Cheshire Libre. Your Excellency may have said there’s no need to worry, but… still, considering the blood ties, maintaining such a long-standing relationship with his father could sway him.”

 

Cheshire, as requested by Enoch, pretended to open his heart and had been meeting with his father, the Marquis of Onyx, for several months. 

 

He did very well.

 

Even the Marquis didn’t know whether it was an act or not, and the Emperor seemed to have been convinced to some extent. 

 

‘Even the Lord of the Wizard Tower was fooled.’

 

A conversation he had with Oscar on the way back from a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. 

 

“Lord of the Wizard Tower, why on earth do you try to kill Chesire whenever you get the chance?”

 

“I don’t like him. I’m keeping an eye on him to make sure he doesn’t have a romantic relationship with your daughter.” 

 

“…Why don’t you like him?”

 

“You know he’s meeting with his father again, don’t you?”

 

It turned out that Oscar had witnessed the two being friendly.

 

Let’s go back two months. It was the day of Oscar’s calling meeting.

 

With a smile that seemed to light up his face, Cheshire, who rarely showed emotions, greeted someone warmly and it turned out to be Marquis Onyx. 

 

“He kept calling out for his father, following him obediently. It was so ridiculous that I couldn’t help but say something.You and the Duke of Libre will be so sad and will cry.”

 

“Ah, I see.” 

 

“And you know what he said? They both don’t mind. He said it’s okay. And well, he said all the old grudges are forgiven, so they’ll get along well in the future too.”

 

It seems that Cheshire was trying to hide his situation completely, and didn’t explain to Oscar why he treated the Marquis so kindly. 

 

In the end, Enoch cleared up the misunderstanding…

 

“No, was that an act? Have you ever seen it yourself? If it was acting, isn’t that even scarier? What if he’s not just pretending and has really gone over to his father’s side?”

 

Oscar continued to doubt.

 

He had the same concerns as Joseph, the tactician, warning him to be careful against the possibility of Cheshire betraying them.

 

But Enoch…

 

‘I know Cheshire best.’

 

He wasn’t worried at all.

 

In the end, Cheshire would do anything if he could cut off the emperor’s head. 

 

‘I should rather worry about other things.’

 

When unexpected situations occur.

 

It is impossible to predict what Cheshire will do, as he has already become too strong to control.

 

That was all Enoch was worried about.

 

* * *

 

The Imperial palace he arrived at was peaceful. 

 

Axion stroked his chest.

 

How many times has he imagined this place turning into a sea of blood?

 

Emperor’s Palace.

 

‘Please. I hope it’s not too late.’

 

Cheshire wouldn’t even think of killing innocent people.

 

“Did the Commander of Magic Swordsman visit by any chance?”

 

Axion urgently asked the attendant in charge of visitors to the emperor’s palace.

 

Cheshire probably tried to approach the Emperor as quietly as possible, but he couldn’t dare to demand a private meeting with the Emperor. 

 

So it was clear that he was blocked here.

 

‘Is it too quiet? Has he not come? Was it my mistake?’

 

If he had truly made up his mind, he would have subdued the palace guards blocking his entry and barged in…

 

“The Commander of Magic Swordsman came to visit us a little while ago. He went up accompanied by the aide.” 

 

“…? What do you…”

Did he allow the audience? The attendant seemed to recognize Axion’s bewildered expression and added with a smile.

 

“His Majesty always allows some people to visit even on the same day.”

 

“….?” 

 

A ridiculous situation.

 

The sight before his eyes was dizzying.

 

The way was clearly opened for the person who came to cut off the emperor’s head.

 

How can this be?

 

‘Yeah, they can’t imagine it.’

 

These people can’t imagine things that are beyond common sense.

 

Not only does no one know what Cheshire had in mind when he came here…

 

No one would think that someone would try to fight Primera alone.

 

“Y, Your Excellency the Duke!”

 

Axion ran aimlessly.

 

Even one minute or even one second of hesitation could have resulted in a disaster.

 

‘P, please!’

 

Pushing aside the bewildered attendants, he hurriedly made his way…

 

Finally, at the end of the long hallway.

 

Cheshire’s back was seen heading towards the Emperor’s room.

 

* * *

 

From the moment he made his decision, Cheshire’s heart didn’t race. It was as if the tension that had once made it throb in fear of something happening to Lilith had vanished.

 

He was surprisingly calm.

 

 “Sir Cheshire, there is a guest who arrived before you, so you’ll have to wait a bit. Also, um… you should have brought your sword in its scabbard…”

 

Getting this far was ridiculously easy.

 

The emperor’s aide showed no signs of fear even though he was holding a sword.

 

Because the emperor is Primera.

 

Who would dare threaten Primera’s life?

 

‘Should I consider it fortunate?’

 

It was funny.

 

If the emperor was an ordinary person….

 

He couldn’t have gotten in this easily without shedding innocent blood. 

 

“Please return the weapons.”

 

The Emperor’s room is getting closer. 

 

One of the five guards blocking the way spoke.

 

These are the five capable people who absolutely obey the Emperor through his power. 

 

Perhaps… It will be the first time seeing blood here.

 

If they block it, he will cut them down. 

 

“Cheshire!” 

 

With Axion’s familiar voice coming from behind him, Cheshire immediately grasped the sword.

 

* * *

 

Is it because they hold onto as much as they want?

 

The emperor didn’t stop the two from going. 

 

“The Lord of Wizard Tower, I will contact you again.” 

 

Oscar nodded slightly and then took Lilith’s hand, turning around. 

 

Glancing down with a worried heart, the child’s face appeared pale.

 

Lilith was probably concerned about the scene continuing to burn without any support, but…

 

‘Since they went to the Wizard Tower, it should be fine.’

 

It seemed like he should tell her that fact as soon as they go out. 

 

“Let’s go quickly.”

 

The moment he whispered softly and opened the door.

 

Oscar gasped in surprise.

 

A familiar face right in front of them.

 

Cheshire.

 

He looked messy, as if he had been at the scene a while ago.

 

Suddenly, his heart sank.

 

‘What is this now…’

 

His gaze slowly lowered.

 

He’s holding… a sword in his hand.

 

He was in front of the emperor’s room, holding a sword.

 

Oscar realized in an instant.

 

What did Cheshire come here to do?

 

“What’s going on?”

 

The emperor’s voice was heard from behind.

 

It feels like he can’t even breathe.

 

 Shivers ran down his entire body, sending chills down his spine.