Novel Will Be Taken Down on 17 May or Earlier Chapter 245 - One Word

To be honest, I wonder if I said something unnecessary.

 

Discipline was something that needed to be done while looking at the other person.

 

Since the other person was a dragon, it was not a problem.

 

The problem was the opponent didn’t allow room for conversation.

 

Well, as you could see now.

 

Screech!

 

That Ice Dragon.

 

He was throwing a very angry Dragon Fear.

 

This was absolutely not a situation where I could let my guard down.

 

I looked at the message that appeared.

 

[The blessing of the first World Tree rejects ‘Dragon Fear’.]

 

It is also written in detail in the records of the Great Dragon-Demon War.

 

The dragon’s cry.

 

It was said that Dragon Fear made even the mages of the Mage Tower, who possessed strong mental power, tremble. In that regard, I was greatly benefiting from the blessing of the World Tree, but…

 

‘The problem is these words that came out of my mouth.’

 

The stubbornness to keep one’s own words.

 

And the ethereal iron resembled the owner.

 

Thanks to this, the ethereal iron didn’t change its form while dealing with the Ice Dragon.

 

– My lord, controlling my strength is difficult.

 

The goal was to punish, not to cut.

 

Because of this mouth, only Eunaxus and I were having a hard time.

 

Regardless of what I was thinking, the ethereal iron continued speaking.

 

– In that regard, you’re truly admirable, my lord.

 

Admirable, you said, are you making fun of me…!?

 

I was literally fighting back with all my might.

 

Still, the good news was that Prosnax had the spirit of youth.

 

Eunaxus had the sophistication of experience.

 

“How are you going to take me out?!”

 

Prosnax persistently tried to fight.

 

Eunaxus took advantage of his relatively small size.

 

He narrowly missed Prosnax and gave me a chance to swing the whip.

 

‘As expected, it must be the effect of Vivache.’

 

But of course.

 

Eunaxus himself probably knew.

 

That we didn’t have much time.

 

It wouldn’t be surprising if Eunaxus’ heart stopped the next time he slid up. In that regard, this goal was terrible, and I came to understand my place.

 

‘To reach the Dragon Temple at my current level.’

 

It was unfortunate, but…

 

I had to admit it.

 

The Ice Dragon was just the beginning.

 

According to Eunaxus’ words, there were dozens of dragons gathered for the dragon summoning.

 

Let’s just say that I truly educated Prosnax and cleared [Hidden Piece, Ice Dragon’s Snowy Mountain]. There was a high possibility that the next dragon would jump out and greet us right away.

 

Flap!

 

Suddenly, White Elytra fluttered into view.

 

Eunaxus had distanced himself from Prosnax.

 

Then he spoke to me.

 

“I knew it would be like this.”

 

…You knew?

 

Unlike the ethereal iron, who I leeched out of.

 

Eunaxus must have looked at me objectively through the eyes of a dragon.

 

He had lived for many years.

 

So wouldn’t he have noticed it?

 

He could see how terrible my level was, excluding my tricks.

 

By the way, I didn’t even know that.

 

‘Corporal punishment or whatever, I was just yapping arrogantly.’

 

This is why people have to be careful what they say…!

 

My face got hot and I had nothing to say.

 

I was unable to do things like self-reflection.

 

All I could do was recite in a steady voice.

 

“Did you?”

 

Eunaxus continued speaking immediately.

 

“So I apologize. Even though I know that even if I receive Claudie’s grace, my old body will not be able to properly stand up to my own kin… I could not refuse your mercy. I ask for your forgiveness.”

 

…What, you were talking about that?

 

‘Then that’s a relief.’

 

I finally breathed a sigh of relief.

 

Wouldn’t he blame me for dragging him in when he didn’t have the ability?

 

I was just worried.

 

So you don’t have to ask for forgiveness, Eunaxus.

 

No, rather, what I want to ask is this.

 

“Eunaxus.”

 

“I’m listening, Lee Hoyeol Claudie.”

 

“Won’t you truly regret it?”

 

“May I ask what you mean?”

 

“If your heart stops at the next flap of your wings. If you fall to the bottom of the endless snow mountain. I’m asking if you’ll have any regrets.”

 

Eunaxus laughed.

 

“I’m sorry, I think I will regret it.”

 

Those eyes were even more intense.

 

“I still have a lot to pay back. I can only regret my weakness, being pushed aside by only a young blue dragon. I can only resent my aging body.”

 

Yeah?

 

ls that right?

 

I spoke calmly.

 

“Change the route. We will completely withdraw from the long-term war.”

 

“You’re going to withdraw…?”

 

“There are a lot of people who need to be disciplined, so I will teach them quickly.”

 

If that was how he felt.

 

We could increase the intensity of corporal punishment a little more.

 

Then, among the 30 methods to bring the Ice Dragon.

 

I would move on to the simplest and most efficient way.

 

However, before that.

 

“I’ll ask you one last question.”

 

“I will answer as many questions as you want, Claudie.”

 

“Are you used to the cold?”

 

“…?”

 

You might be wondering what kind of things I am suddenly saying.

 

But this is an important topic, Eunaxus.

 

I thought of the collection of Senios’ strategies.

 

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However, the true natural enemy of ice magic is not fire magic. It’s fellow ice magic. Unlike fire magic, which is dependent on more intense heat. Cold magic that has reached a certain level cannot gain that advantage. This means that a conclusion cannot be achieved with cold magic alone. This is because cold has a clear limit.

 

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He even added that at this end.

 

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In that regard, I feel regretful. If only I had existed in the Mage Tower when the Great Dragon-Demon War broke out. At least the Mage Tower would not have bowed down to the Ice Dragon. I can assure you, I would not have lost to someone like Ice Dragon.

 

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As if he had predicted the future.

 

Really.

 

It was just like Elder Senios.

 

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Even if that meant I would end up buried under eternal snow.

 

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as long as the limit existed.

 

Cod and cold couldn’t compete with each other.

 

Prosnax.

 

I would have to face him to find out if his coldness had reached its breaking point.

 

This side had definitely reached that threshold.

 

Yes, the limit of [『Absolute Zero』].

 

As Eunaxus widened the distance, Prosnax did the same.

 

Unlike before, we flew into the sky.

 

We entered the next phase.

 

His next attack was predictable.

 

‘Fear, next of course it’s Breath.’

 

Crackle–!

 

Suddenly, it felt hot.

 

Flames were blazing around Eunaxus’ mouth.

 

It seemed he was trying to counter Ice Dragon’s cold breath with his breath.

 

But you don’t have to do that, Eunaxus.

 

“It’s fine.”

 

“…?”

 

“You don’t have to step forward.”

 

“…!”

 

Crackle–?

 

Despite my words, Eunaxus couldn’t easily pull back his Breath.

 

He was a fellow dragon.

 

So he must be well aware of the power of Dragon Breath.

 

But, it’s really fine, though?

 

‘I would have made a fuss if it were any other Breath.’

 

If it was Cold Breath, as long as I had [『Absolute Zero』].

 

Even if we got hit.

 

It wouldn’t cause any damage.

 

The situation was like that.

 

But this guy’s bossy act didn’t go anywhere.

 

I opened my mouth solemnly.

 

“So, I command you, Eunaxus.”

 

“This Old Dragon will follow Claudie’s orders.”

 

“Don’t close your eyes without my permission.”

 

“…!”

 

“Stay alive until I return.”

 

Absolute Zero.

 

As I had been concerned about this oddity.

 

I also knew what its exact effect was.

 

It didn’t just freeze the target.

 

Putting objects at absolute zero,

 

An absolute coldness that freezes even ‘time’.

 

Yeah.

 

I would strike Prosnax at absolute zero where even the flow of time was frozen…! Not only it was lame, this method was also beyond reckless, but no matter how much I thought about it, this was the only way to do it.

 

Thump…

 

While the medicine Vivache was still working.

 

To overcome [Hidden Piece, Ice Dragon’s Snowy Mountain].

 

This was the only way.

 

It had to be shown through actions rather than words.

 

So I couldn’t explain it in detail.

 

Eunaxus nodded.

 

“…I will.”

 

All right, just wait.

 

I raised my mana and stood alone in the air.

 

From the moving Eunaxus to Proznax.

 

I shifted my gaze.

 

Crack–

 

It was getting closer.

 

Ice Dragon’s cold pressure that cooled everything.

 

Without hesitation, I manifested oddity and Absolute Zero.

 

Just like Senios did.

 

From me, myself.

 

From my heart.

 

In the circle that surrounded my heart.

 

With my breath.

 

With moisture in the air.

 

Lastly, Prosnax.

 

The range of manifestation of Absolute Zero had been increased.

 

A message appeared in front of my eyes.

 

[‘Inexplicable Cold’ occurs in you.]

 

[‘Inexplicable Cold’ rejects the Cold Breath.]

 

[Your flow of time is distorted due to the influence of ‘Inexplicable Cold.’]

 

[‘Inexplicable Cold’ occurs in the Ice Dragon, Prosnax.]

 

[The Ice Dragon, Prosnax’s flow of time is distorted due to the influence of ‘Inexplicable Cold.’]…

 

In Absolute Zero, where even time stopped.

 

Only me and Prosnax existed.

 

If I were to compare it, would it be a space similar to ‘consciousness’.

 

‘From exorcism to social gatherings in time and space.’

 

I was used to the space of consciousness.

 

Is it the same for you.

 

Prosnax?

 

“…What have you done to me, you insignificant thing?”

 

Prosnax was looking at Eunaxus, not me.

 

Because of the distorted flow of time.

 

He must have felt a sense of discomfort when he saw Eunaxus standing still like a picture.

 

Then he glared at me again.

 

Seeing that I was fine even in the disappearing Cold Breath.

 

He chewed and spat out hostile words.

 

“How dare you play a stupid prank.”

 

Did he think it was a hallucination?

 

Prosnax opened his eyes.

 

Indeed, that appearance was also befitting of the king of all things.

 

Because he had a noble spirit like a king.

 

Just by simply opening his eyes.

 

He could easily shake off most status abnormalities, including illusion magic.

 

But, it was pitiful.

 

“It’s not a prank, hatchling.”

 

As I said, this is not a play you would enjoy.

 

It won’t end until you change your mind.

 

It’s time for eternal discipline.

 

“How dare you..!!.”

 

Even if you blow out Cold Breath in all directions, nothing will change.

 

I told you, didn’t I?

 

Your cold air can’t hurt me, who is surrounded by Absolute Zero.

 

‘The same goes for hand-to-hand combat.’

 

Strictly speaking.

 

It was us who stopped, not Eunaxus.

 

It was safe to say that what happened in Absolute Zero was meaningless.

 

Well, it might not be easy to understand.

 

I could guarantee, even if he had lived a thousand years.

 

This must be Prosnax’s first time experiencing it.

 

But this was familiar to me.

 

Because I had experienced something similar.

 

Yeah.

 

In Mugan.

 

The basement of the Mage Tower.

 

In the place that made the demon worshippers who were once revered as elder mages lose their sense.

 

Not only did I tip my teacup, I even calmly read a book.

 

That was how I always acted.

 

Even in time that was stopped at absolute zero.

 

Since we wouldn’t be disturbed.

 

I opened my mouth.

 

“No matter how long it takes.”

 

“…You!”

 

“I will wait until you reflect on yourself, hatchling.”

 

As always.

 

“It was a good thing that I anticipated and arranged for this situation.”

 

I took out a green tea bag (for cold brew)…

 

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“…Did he mean it?”

 

Eunaxus looked at the two frozen figures.

 

Hoyeol and Prosnax.

 

Even though it was late, he was able to understand the meaning of those words.

 

“Is this what he meant when he asked if I was used to cold….!?”

 

At this moment.

 

Right now.

 

He wanted to chase away that indescribable chill.

 

If he couldn’t chase it away, he wanted to jump in it.

 

But it was impossible.

 

The chill that covered Hoyeol and Prosnax.

 

It was literally a different ‘dimension’.

 

It didn’t allow anyone to access it, including him.

 

“You’re foolish, Eunaxus…”

 

What was the point of being the old dragon who had lived for eternity?

 

The meaning of Hoyeol’s words.

 

How could he not even notice that one thing….!

 

Eunaxus didn’t know what was going on between the frozen Hoyeol and Prosnax. But he pulled himself together. Yes, because there was something Hoyeol left behind.

 

– “Stay alive until I return.”

 

That’s why he waited.

 

“I will wait according to my word.”

 

Even if.

 

“Even if it’s for eternity.”

 

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A life of 10,000 years.

 

Each day felt like just another day.

 

So Eunaxus didn’t know how long he had been waiting.

 

But even at this moment, time was clearly passing.

 

Even in absolute zero where the flow was distorted.

 

Other than that.

 

How could he be so sure, you asked?

 

Because a black figure suddenly appeared in the air.

 

The black figure whispered to the frozen Hoyeol.

 

“I, Diend, have returned after carrying out Master’s orders.”

 

Since I reported the results.

 

“I found it.”

 

And that one word.

 

“The Claudie family mansion.”

 

It was enough to wake him up.

 

Crack─

 

The frozen memories of ‘Claudie’s successor’.

 

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Crack–

 

In the disappearing absolute zero.

 

I was astonished.

 

At the words of Diend.

 

The Cloudy family that had been forgotten.

 

The vast settings, one by one.

 

It all rose to the surface of my memories.

 

“I tell all dragons.”

 

So…

 

“I, Claudie’s successor, have returned.”

 

In other words, this big mouth was just the beginning…!