The 31st Piece Turns the Tables

Episode 417

Kugugugu Palace…

The stone statue began to cross the bridge.

“It’s starting to move.”

As Ur led the group, he naturally became the leader of the group.

Since this relic had at least some connection to Kagon, it was best for him to take the lead. Because he was the only one here, or in this world, who remembered Kagon.

Kang Seol and Ur walked slowly side by side, Mariju and Han Somi standing in the back.

Thanks to this, an environment was created where people could talk quietly with the person next to them.

“You felt the snowfall too, right?”

“… what?”

“The connection with nothingness would have been lost. “The ruins are now an independent space.”

“That’s it. huh.”

From the moment the statue appeared, the connection with nothingness was lost. Something was interfering with the connection.

“Tsk… If Jamard had helped me at a time like this, things would have been a lot easier.”

“… I agree.”

Even if I had to explain that Dongsan was walking around in the eyes of others, having Jamard by my side would have been a great help in this situation.

“… things are going to get a little difficult.”

“Are you serious?”

“Well… it depends on what’s waiting ahead.”

“I’m sure there’s something waiting for me…”

“Of course. It is a dangerous power even in the hands of a worm. Moreover, now that I’ve joined the wizard… I can’t wait to see what kind of tragedy will happen.”

Kangseol wonders if Kagon’s power is so dangerous that Ur boasts about it.

‘Because the only one who really knows is Ur.’

From the moment Kagon’s traces appeared, there was a lot of noise and snowfall.

Snowfall decided to quietly watch Urga’s sheep and follow Kagon’s traces.

But I felt a slight tremor from Ur. Reaction as if nervous.

“Are you nervous?”

“okay. I’m excited. “It’s a completely unexpected harvest.”

His reaction was one of anticipation, not concern.

Kugugugugugung-!

They couldn’t head straight to the fortress. The place where the stone statue went was a small mountain cabin.

Ji-ing…

Letters appeared in the sky again.

“Another unintelligible text. It will take time to interpret…”

While Ur was getting irritated, Kangseol blurted out.

“Treasure in abundance brings pain.”

“… what?”

Huuuuk…

Uddudddud…

The lights went out and the statue moved.

“Turn the light back on.”

“all right.”

Marijuu formed a fireball in her hand again.

Grumbling…

“Hmm….”

“Hmm.”

People’s reactions were mysterious.

The scene where the lights were turned on was a situation that made everyone click their tongues.

The pirate’s sword seemed to have cut off the wizard’s arm.

“You were aiming for the marble.”

“Is it betrayal?…”

“It seems so.”

Ur asked, looking at the snowfall.

“More than that, you. “How can you decipher that?”

“Well… it just popped into my head.”

“This is the first time I’ve had a reaction like this… Well, we’ll find out about that later. “This one comes first.”

Ur placed his hand on the bead held in the healthy wizard’s arm.

Huuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuhah

the beads spread power.

Whioooo…

A pirate engulfed in light.

The appearance of the stone statue gradually changed.

The beard of a sturdy and energetic young dwarf grew out of control.

As if that wasn’t enough, my back became bent and my eyes lost their focus.

So the pirate became an old man.

Quasi profit-!

The elderly pirate was unable to even protest and was belatedly killed by a warrior wielding an axe.

The warrior picked up the wizard’s severed arm and placed it on the amputated area.

“Ur.”

“… okay.”

Whoa…

As the bead vibrated, the arm attached to the body.

It was as if the fact of being cut had never happened.

“The more I look at it, the more surprising it is. “Did this actually happen?”

“I think so?”

Mariju and Han So-mi chatted and chimed in with each other.

Jiiiing…

Letters floating on the ceiling.

At the same time, the statue began to move again.

“… Now there are two dwarves.”

“It seems like the meaning is correct at first glance, so I don’t think it was a wrong interpretation.”

When the statue left, the four naturally came together.

“But… isn’t there too much even without people?”

Ur gave an indifferent answer to Marijue’s question.

“The ruins may be much larger than they appear, or most of them may just sit still and wait for rescue.”

Kangseol added.

“Or… a lot of people died.”

“If the same guys from before are hiding while hiding their identities, then there’s definitely a possibility there too.”

The way to live comfortably is to let unresolved concerns go from your head.

They continued to follow the statue.

Finally, it seemed like I only had to cross one bridge to reach the Ash Throne.

Seeing that the statue did not stop, it looked like it would enter the fortress in one go.

“By the way, Marijuu. “Do you know anything about the Ash Throne?”

“Oh, I’m very interested in archeology…”

“It’s fascinating. I thought all nobles only cared about drinking tea…”

“There are nobles like that… and there are also nobles like me. “Actually, my hobby is a more expensive hobby.”

Kugugu Palace…

The gates of the fortress opened.

It feels like I’m in Lego land. The fortress was significantly reduced from its original size, but it was still huge compared to Kangseol and his party.

“When I actually see the Ash Powder Throne, I am overwhelmed by its scale. The fortress across the mountain range is so grand…”

“Have you ever been in it?”

“No, I just saw it from afar at the foot of the mountain. “I understand that it is now occupied by monsters.”

“I see… But the name Ash Throne is quite unique, isn’t it?”

Marijuu smiled and made a mischievous expression.

“Are you curious? “Why was it named like that?”

“Uh…”

“Are you curious?”

“Yes… yes…”

Han So-mi joined in for now.

“Hmm… let me explain. The Ash Throne is one of the representative relics of ancient dwarves. “It is a fortress that is presumed to be the capital of a strong nation.”

The reason this fortress is called the Ash Throne.

“I guess there were frequent wars with different species in the past. In the war records left in Pandea’s history, each other’s names are mixed up. “From giants and fairies to humans, trolls, and even primitive dragons.”

Everyone in the group listened to Marijuu’s story. There were many interesting parts to what she said.

“It is said that this fortress burned frequently due to frequent conflicts at the time, and ash that was not removed even during normal times was floating around.”

“That’s a good reason.”

“Yes? But the strange thing is…”

Mariju tilted her head.

“Cheolongseong Fortress, which stood strong despite being invaded several times, is not mentioned in history at some point. “Maybe there’s a problem.”

“Wasn’t it recorded in history?”

“Yes, unfortunately.”

Marijue’s eyes lit up with curiosity. She looked just like a squirrel that found an acorn.

“Maybe this time we’ll find out why?”

“…Did you say Marijuu?”

“Yes, wizard.”

When Marijuu answered Ur, he laughed.

“Do you think I’m a wizard?”

“The magical power I feel… is ridiculous. It doesn’t make sense unless you’re a wizard. No, actually, it doesn’t make sense to say he’s a wizard, but….”

“It’s not an eyelid. You’re probably right. “As long as Kagon’s relic fell into the hands of a wizard, the planned destruction could not have been prevented.”

“But the name Kagon keeps coming up from earlier. What is Kagon?”

“An empire of time and domination. … Even though it’s a country that only I remember now. “That bead is from there.”

“But now you remember four names called Kagon?”

“… is it.”

It seemed like Ur didn’t dislike Marijuu’s reaction.

“But… I just… it was time. “I didn’t hear it wrong, right?”

“….”

“That’s ridiculous! Every wizard has tried to solve the secret of time… but they have all failed…”

Ur snorted.

It was his typical arrogant attitude.

“That’s what wizards do.”

“Are you saying that those people from Kagon… succeeded in doing something like that?”

“of course.”

“… why?”

“Because I’m a mage.”

“Mage…?”

“The statue stopped. “We’ll continue the conversation later.”

The place where the stone statue stopped was a short distance after they entered the fortress.

“First of all, looking around, it looks like Daejeon…?”

“That can’t be possible, right? “You didn’t even move very far after entering the fortress?”

Ur explained.

“It won’t be Daejeon. “It must have been an imitation of Daejeon.”

“… ah!”

“The story is not over yet. “It’s probably because of the flow, so just keep quiet and watch.”

Ur’s words seem to be admonishing children.

As if in response to his words, stone statues rose up from the floor.

Wood clatter…

“… That’s right.”

Subjects and soldiers lined up left and right. Everyone’s clothes were unusual.

In the center, a kneeling wizard and warrior were seen, and in front of them was a throne of ash.

And the one sitting on that throne.

Jiiiing…

Letters appeared on the ceiling.

“… There are a lot of sentences.”

“I need you to focus, unfortunately you are the only storyteller.”

Kang Seol shrugged his shoulders and read the text.

“Sirion, King of Ash, faced the wizard Maradum.”

This time it seemed like there was even a line.

“King of the Rock Mountains, an ancient relic has come into my hands.”

The conversation went on for quite some time.

“What is it and what can it do?”

“It’s called the Stone of Time. It has the power to make giants small, fairies grow old and sick, and dragons fall from the sky.”

“can not believe it. “Do you mean it’s God?”

Snowfall paused for a moment and then spoke.

“It’s time.”

Ur’s eyes created a look that seemed to be looking at a faint or painful scene.

I could sense that he was agitated. A harsh sound came from his mouth.

“You idiot…”

Kang Seol ignored his reaction and continued reading.

“Believe me, this artifact can definitely lead the dwarves to prosperity.”

“I do not doubt the power of the artifact.”

“Then why… wait a minute, isn’t this too long?”

“Please continue.”

“Keuung…”

Kang Seol frowned and read the text.

“Sirion said. What I doubt is us who will become the owners of the relic.”

Kang Seol continued talking about the letters that were drawn.

“What gives us glory is coal, steel and courage. It is blindness, not reason, that reaches into areas that cannot be controlled. If it is truly such a force, it will ultimately lead us to destruction, not glory. “Now, give me that relic.”

Ur chuckled.

“Still, it looks like that dwarf deserves to sit on the throne.”

Snowfall’s story continued with his bitter smile.

“A relic is an object that must be destroyed at the anvil of the seven mountains to bring wealth. Maradum lifted his head and answered.”

Although the tone was calm, it seemed to convey everything that happened at the time. This is because the situation was conveyed exactly as it was at the time.

“No, King of Ash. Artifacts cannot be given away. Because of your foolishness, the throne of ashes will later fall.”

Kugu Palace…

The stone statues depicted actions.

Soldiers trying to capture Maradum.

And Maradum shines the Stone of Time towards them.

“It looks like you need to touch the marble.”

“….”

“Ur?”

“Ah… of course.”

Jiiiing…

Hwaaaaaaaaaaa!

The light was drawn horizontally and changed the stone statues that touched the light.

They are now children buried in clothes. Fortunately, Sirion avoided the light.

When the Maradum statue tried to leave the main hall, a warrior stood behind him.

“You Aeolian….”

“Leave Maradum. “I will block the back.”

“Please, Aeolian. “Someday I will find you again.”

Maradum left, and Aeorian was beheaded by the soldiers who followed.

“… What is this?”

“It sure seemed like a fairy tale until now…”

Mariju and Han So-mi shivered.

Ur said quietly.

“Let’s follow the statue of Maradum.”

The stone statue of Maradum was right in the main room. As the story progresses, it appears that part of the fortress was decorated as his residence.

“… something has changed.”

“Iknow, right. First of all, that wizard’s beard…”

“I think I’m… old.”

Maradum’s beard, which used to reach his chest, was almost reaching his knees.

Jiiing…

When the text came to mind, Kangseol sighed and read it.

“The tracking continued for a long time. But even if we slowed down research, we couldn’t stop the wizard.”

“also?”

“… There were limits to the power of the Time Stone. You can make life into a child, but it does not become a baby. You can make it senile, but it does not turn into a white bone. The wizard realized. “If we release this restriction…”

Snowfall narrowed her eyes.

“That you can take control of the past and the future.”

“Huh… Puhuh….”

“Uh, why are you laughing?”

Han So-mi scratched her head.

“I thought the acting was a bit awkward…”

“I thought about that too…”

“No, that’s not why I laughed.”

Ur said, raising his finger.

“It’s funny that the ideas of those caught up in the power of time are always similar.”

“… Isn’t that funny?”

“And… because I just remembered the worst possible assumption we could face.”

“Worst assumption?”

He crossed his arms and wandered around the small space.

“So, do you know when you usually start talking about this type of thing in front of people?”

“….”

“Before soldiers were sent to the battlefield and before parents sold their children due to poverty.”

“You mean…”

“This is before I was forced to make a sacrifice.”

Mariju hesitated and took a step back.

“Are you sure… that you are planning to force us to make sacrifices? “Who the hell is that…”

Jump…

Walk…

Ur walked up to a short distance from the stone statue sitting on the chair.

“This guy could still be alive.”

Sigh…

At that moment, the stone statue of Maradum turned its head.

“Aaaah!”

“The stone statue…”

Coincidentally, the head of the statue of Maradum was facing the direction Ur stood.

A red light flashed in the statue’s eyes. The light was still small enough to be compared to a firefly.

“Interesting… I don’t know about the other people who were invited to this event, but I…”

Ur said after putting his face in front of the statue.

If there was a wizard, or a mage, stained with madness, there was one here too.

“I hope you’re alive.”