Viscount Giuseppe Baldini, the demon of the Leviathan family, was a man who held an important position in the battle to annihilate Tochka.
He was guarding the rear of the fortress, a relatively distant rear from the front line surrounding Tochka.
The front siege network of Tochka Fortress was so tight that there was literally no room for even a needle to pass through, but the back area, where only Tochka's walls were visible, was relatively loose.
However, even though it was loose, it was only relative. Viscount Baldini had countless demons guard the guard post, and he himself was always on standby at the command tower barracks in the center, never letting down his guard.
[…] … but. Still, what a relief this is. There will be no enemy coming to the rear like this.]Even before Viscount Baldini became a mine, he had a personality that sought stability and safety.
Even though he became a demon and gained great power, his personality did not change much.
[If you are stationed here and the enemy appears somewhere else, you can quickly go there for reinforcements. You can take it easy in normal times, but only have to respond quickly during times of war.]That's why Viscount Baldini is still enjoying his leisure time, savoring black tea and biscuits.
Right then.
Tong-
The sound of the guard post door opening was heard.
At the same time, sounds of some low-level demons shouting in confusion were also heard.
[Ha, you must not enter without permission… … ] [Oh, I can't do it… … ] [Oh my… … ]Viscount Baldini raised his head to see what was happening.
Then I see a woman standing there.
Her red hair flowing like a waterfall and her intensely shining red eyes were as deep as if they had been soaked in blood.
Above all, what is this overwhelming demonic force emanating from her... … .
I quickly looked at today's schedule, but there was no appointment with a high-ranking demon.
There was also no specific schedule for the visit from the upper level.
Viscount Baldini was very nervous.
[…] … who are you?]In response to Viscount Baldini's question, the red-haired woman revealed her identity and affiliation.
[I am 'Tzersi', the left wing commander of the Tochka extermination force's main base. You have to pass this guard post and go to the rear, so fill out the pass.]Viscount Baldini tilted his head to think about whether there was a high-ranking demon named Tzersi at the base.
However, there was no Myne woman with that name and rank in Leviathan that he knew.
'Well, I don't know all the people in my family. He could also be a person from the House of Usher or the House of Don Quixote.'
Recently, the Leviathan family had absorbed the troops of the Usher family and the Don Quixote family, dramatically increasing the family's prestige.
For this reason, the chain of command has not yet been completely systemized.
So, rather than hastily becoming suspicious, Viscount Baldini decided to continue the conversation in a gentle tone.
[Excuse me, but… … My memory is so bad that I can't remember who it is. Why are you trying to pass by here?] [Should I tell you all that? This is top secret matter decided at headquarters. Give me your pass.]The red-haired woman, who revealed her name as Tzersi, snorted and gave orders in an arrogant tone.
Viscount Baldini held back his cries.
'Judging by his arrogant appearance, he is a demon from the Leviathan family. There's nothing to check.'
However, Viscount Baldini was also not an easy person.
[sorry. Since it is a war situation, we will follow military law. Could you please show me your ID?]Tzersi's brow furrowed at those words.
The magical energy that she had been emitting subtly earlier now began to radiate out openly.
[…] … good night. You're going to protest, right?] [That's not it, I just want you to follow the procedures. Although I am a relative, I have visited the main family a few times. It felt like someone I hadn't seen back then… … ] [joy! Isn't it natural that I am an illegitimate child? You idiot.]When the word "illegitimate child" came out, Viscount Baldini kept his mouth shut.
If he is an illegitimate child from the main family, he will certainly be rarely seen as a collateral figure.
In any case, an illegitimate child is a burden to the family.
'For no reason, I brought up the topic of whether I was seeing him or not. 'I guess things will be troublesome because I touched the illegitimate child complex of a person who seems high-ranking.'
The moment Viscount Baldini realized that things were going wrong, Tzersi spoke.
[good. okay. You do not need a pass. Go back to base and bring your ID. Because, as you said, that is military law.] [… … yes? Ahhh. thank you. Thank you for your understanding.]Viscount Baldini's eyes widened when it seemed like the matter would be resolved unexpectedly and easily.
To the point where I even felt suspicious that the other person would back down so obediently.
… … but. Viscount Baldini must have been astonished by Tzersi's next words.
[You seem to really like military law, so I will follow the military law. I don't have to go back to base and get my ID card. A mission so urgent that I forgot my ID card will be delayed a lot because of your inflexible attitude. The price must be paid.] [… … .] [Oh, and. Before we go back, would you like to take a look at the state of the sword and shield on your belt? Take it out in front of me right now. And why are the buttons on my uniform top unbuttoned? Why are the military boot laces tied like that? Before returning to base, I will take a closer look at how well you are abiding by military law. And I will report it to my superiors as soon as I return.]Heat like hellfire was radiating from Tzersi's eyes.
A feeling that even the smallest, most minute pods cannot be tolerated.
She shouted at Viscount Baldini, who was trembling before her.
[attention! Why do you keep sitting there while your superiors are talking! You arrogant bastard!] [S-sorry!]Viscount Baldini quickly stood up and saluted.
Tzersi gritted his teeth and took a circle around his body.
If we strictly follow military law, everything in this space is illegal.
The sword was slightly stained and the shield was also slightly rusted.
Dust was flying inside the barracks, and some buttons and straps were undone on the soldiers' clothes.
[I tried to be reasonably flexible, but looking at your attitude, I couldn't do it.] [… … .] [Poor clothing, poor maintenance, poor sanitary conditions in the barracks, poor discipline of soldiers… … Also, were you eating tea and biscuits in the middle of a battlefield? From the looks of it, it's not even a supply item, but a priest's snack. Besides, is this the right time to eat?] [… … .] [You're not following any of the military laws you like. What about that topic?] [… … .] [A guy like you who is strict only with others and generous with himself is bound to get into a big accident someday.]Tzersi suddenly stretched out his hand and grabbed Viscount Baldini's hair and pulled him back.
… Sigh!
Then he spoke in an eerie voice.
[I can't do it. I will have to send you to the front line right at dawn tomorrow. As soon as I return to base, I will make a suggestion... … ]At that time, Viscount Baldini shouted in a voice that was almost on the verge of tears.
[Sat, pass! I'll write you a pass! I have committed a mortal sin!]Then Tzersi shook his head.
[I do not need. I'm going back to base. Your class and unit will be organized into a front-line suicide assault force as of early morning tomorrow.] [Choi, the front line!? There's a suicide attack squad there!?]The unit that suffered the most casualties in today's siege with Major General Orca and the Marquis de Sade was the assault corps.
Viscount Baldini's expression began to turn as pale as a corpse.
Viscount Baldini, who had always been complacent and a vassalist, knelt down on the floor and began to pray.
[Well, I was short-thinking! We will give you a pass and contact the rear to make arrangements for you to travel with as little inconvenience as possible! Please, just the assault force... … !]The atmosphere in the barracks completely changed.
Only then did Tzersi nod his head in annoyance.
[I memorized your face, name, and military service number. If something happens and I have to go back to base... … ] [Well, we will take steps to ensure that you can travel comfortably without such incidents!] [… … hmm. Trust me.]After speaking, Tzersi snorted and took the pass.
Then he turned around and left the barracks.
Viscount Baldini, who remained in the barracks, wiped away his cold sweat and breathed a sigh of relief.
A low-level demon next to me asked with an anxious expression.
[Viscount. Is it okay if you issue me a pass without an ID card?] [Hey. Didn't you see the demonic power that bitch was emitting just now?]Viscount Baldini shook his head as if he had let go and continued speaking.
[And looking at what he's doing, he's an absolute poisoner. He is a devil to his core.]* * *
[Look at this. "I told you this would work, right?"
Tzersi. She regained her low voice in an instant.
Morgue Mew Camus. A long time ago, she sold her ancestor's name and pretended to be a demon.
"The name is full of magical energy. And I am also confident in my ability to emit demonic energy. Of course, it just smells."
After finishing speaking, Camus turned his head.
On her shoulder, tears were dripping from Seere, who was squeezed to smell the scent.
Well, anyway.
"Good job."
Bikir patted Camus on the shoulder and said,
The first gateway to the water source was easily overcome thanks to Camus' wit.
Since I received a pass from Viscount Baldini, the gates behind me were also almost free.
After that, we passed several more guard posts.
Whoop-
The wind blowing from the front passes by everyone's noses.
The wind was carrying a warm and unpleasant energy.
When Bikir raises his head, he sees red demons swarming over the horizon.
"… … Plaguelands. "It looks like a place full of Germans."
"I will cover you from here."
Dolores gave everyone a drop of the saint's tears, which she had created by gathering the remaining divine power.
Except for Vikir and Camus, who are immune to almost all poisons, everyone was able to overcome the Red Death with Dolores' blessing.
Eventually, the eight-member death squad passed the gentle ridge and headed to the next gate.
A red mist was spreading over the floor where German corpses were strewn about.
Soon, the Leviathan family's second siege can be seen beyond the red fog.
Bikir, seeing the shadow of the barracks made of barracks and fences, began to calculate the distance.
Where Germans are present, strategies such as disguised identity will no longer work.
"We will infiltrate in 15 minutes."
From now on, it was time to force a breakthrough.