Volume 1 – Extra

The hero, completing the death notice

The time goes back to a few days after the hero Raul stormed the parade in the capital.

That day, the mansion of director Da Costa was in crisis because of a terrible letter from the hero.

[Father, can’t the number of mercenaries be increased? Two hundred do not seem enough to me… ..!]

The eldest son of the Da Costa family, Johannes, screamed with a pale face.

What Johannes was holding in his hand was a letter of warning.

The hero wrote this is the letter.

—–In three days, at 8 pm I will take the lives of director Da Costa and his son Johannes.

The director Da Costa was furious and the cowardly Johannes was scared.

That letter was not something to take as a prank.

The situation of that cruel revenge drama that took place in the capital, had already reached this mansion.

Furthermore, the two of them were aware of the reason why the hero holds a grudge against them.

That is why director Da costa, who read the notice, immediately took action.

Of course, he also don’t want to be killed.

From the bottom of his heart he thought about making the hero Raul regret sending them a warning.

Director Da Costa contained his anger, and being determined, he prepared the strongest guards.

[Listen, Johannes. Don’t think of them as just anybody. The ones I called, are the mercenary team that defeated a part of the demon king’s army in the previous war]

[That famous mercenary team?]

Johannes’s eyes widened.

[That’s Right. They accepted the contract because I offered a massive reward. And the wizards I hired separately are as powerful as they are]

[To think that you would gather all that talent… ..is incredible, Father!]

[First of all, it’s two hundred to one. If he is surrounded by two hundred ferocious men, Even if he’s the hero will not stand a chance. ]

Johannes being reassured by his father’s words and his face regained its color.

[And also]

Director Da Costa smiled, and looked at his watch.

Moonlight through the window dazzled the gold watch with a dazzling brilliance.

[What’s up, father? Is there still something else?]

As if he had forgotten his fear from earlier, Johannes asked director Da Costa with expectations.

[Fuhaha. Well, just watch —– Five minutes to the time the hero said in the letter. Wizards, now!]

With a calm smile Director Da Costa, looked at the man who was the leader of the magicians and gave him the signal.

When the man nodded, an incantation was recited out loud, and the entire mansion was covered with a huge magical barrier.

Johannes opened his mouth as he looked at the rainbow-colored barrier.

Even director Da Costa who knew what was going on, inhaled unconsciously.

It is the first time that they have both seen this mysterious and powerful magic.

[Father, what is this… ..?]

[A magic barrier. As long as we stay within this barrier, the hero won’t be able to do anything!]

[So you got this ace up your sleeve. In that case, you should have ordered it much earlier… ..!]

[Do not say stupid things. It takes a lot of magic power to maintain the barrier. If used carelessly, there will be no energy for a crucial moment]

[Even so, it seems very tight to be five minutes away… ..]

[That’s not important. Our safety has just been guaranteed]

[Th-That’s true…..!]

A delighted smile spread across Johannes’s face.

As his father said, the mansion was completely safe.

Director Da Costa put his hand on his son shoulder who was relieved, and licked his thick lips.

[The mercenaries will stop physical attacks and the mage barrier will nullify magical attacks. It’s the perfect defense!]

[Ohhh… ..!]

When Johannes took his father’s hand, he spoke in awe.

[Father…..! In that case, the hero won’t be able to do anything to us!]

[Yes. His luck ran out when he tried to attack the Da Costa family]

[That’s right! Why don’t we capture the hero and send him to his majesty? We might receive a reward!]

[Hahaha! Johannes, sometimes you say brilliant things!]

[Oh, father. If you say unnecessary things]

[Hahahaha!]

At that moment, when Director Da Costa laughed—–

Along with a sinister sound, all the glass in the room shattered and a strong wind blew.

[Uwaaa… ..]

[W-What happening!]

No one was able to stand up and they crouched in despair.

The pressure of the wind seemed to send them flying.

In fact, several people were hit, and director Da Costa and Johannes also fell to the ground.

They were enduring the pressure of the wind without knowing what was happening, and after a while, the wind finally died down.

[Ah… ..ahh… ..]

[No… ..It can’t be… ..]

The father and son were stunned by what was happening in front of their eyes.

The strong barrier around the mansion has disappeared.

The rainbow-colored barrier that is said to have prevented even the demon king army’s assault ……

[Hey wizards! What is happening!?]

[It’s impossible to break that barrier from the outside… ..! It is an unprecedented situation! I think I can say that it was the work of the hero, otherwise I would have no other explanation… ..]

The wizards were pale and confused.

[What’s wrong with them? What are they doing praising the enemy !? Restore the barrier quickly!]

[Father, father! Hurry or the hero will infiltrate!]

[I know! Stop being scared, it’s pathetic! MM-Mercenaries, don’t move from your places! You have to protect us even if it costs you their lives!]

[Ahhh? F-Father… ..! Father!]

[Silence! What happened?]

[Look at that… ..!]

[…… ..!]

Johannes pointed to the skylight in the roof of the mansion.

The mansion windows where all destroyed and the sky was visible—–

[Hiiiiiii]

There was the figure of a young man wearing a jet black cloak.

[The hero!]

After smiling, the hero Raul kicked the skylight and landed in front of director Da Costa and Johannes.

As the glass shards fell, the father and son cringed and trembled.

[Hello, Director Da Costa. Johannes-kun. I came as promised. At the exact time right?]

The hero looked around and raised his eyebrows as if in amazement.

[But what this? It seems like you prepared a lot of people to welcome me. Did you think you could protect yourself with this? I see that you underestimate me]

Taking a step forward, his shoes clicked.

Tap. Tap—–

Every time his footsteps echoed, the father and son who were embraced trembled.

[Hey, hero! Listen! We didn’t do anything! We don’t have to be killed by you!]

[Go Go. What is someone involved with the sin called “Project Berseker” saying?]

[T-That was Dr. Rine Beneke’s idea… ..!]

[If you want to blame her, do it in hell]

[…….! Did you already kill the doctor… ..?]

[Nope That woman is the main dish. I have something special prepared for her. So before that, I came for some snacks, you two]

[What!?]

Receiving a terrible insult, he forgot the fear of death for a moment.

[I’m a Da Costa! You dare to treat me as an appetizer!]

[Ahaha! Director, I’m surprised by your attitude. Even though your about to die]

[It doesn’t matter even if you have destroyed the barrier… ..! Well, everyone attack! Bring me the hero’s head!]

The mercenaries drew their swords at the command of Director Da Costa.

The hero was surrounded by soldiers in a matter of seconds.

[Uohhhhhhhh!]

The strong mercenaries screamed and lunged at the hero.

Behind them, the wizards holding their staffs awaited the opportunity to unleash their magic.

[Listen well, hero! They are the mercenaries who are said to be the strongest in the kingdom! I wonder how long you can keep that smile on before these two hundred soldiers—– Eh?]

Right next to the director Da Costa who screamed furiously, passed the body of a mercenary who was blown away by the hero’s magic.

[Ah… .. huh… ..?]

Director Da Costa who was stunned, just kept blinking.

His son Johannes with his mouth carelessly open, stared in amazement at the mercenary who crashed into the wall.

[If they are called the strongest, aren’t they supposed to be strong? I don’t see that. First of all, there are too many people who call themselves the strongest in this kingdom. The strongest knights, the strongest general, the strongest assassin. I think they really don’t understand the meaning of that word ~]

The hero with an invincible expression, spread his hands and bowed.

[At the moment, self-proclaimed “strongest” mercenaries. You guys are a nuisance that has nothing to do with my revenge, so I wouldn’t mind letting you live]

[You say very funny things]

The captain of the mercenary team showed irritation at the hero’s words.

[That attitude makes me angry. There is a huge reward for you. We’ll be taking your head!]

[The captain is right. If we defeat the hero, it is possible to drink all we want and also become popular with women!]

The hero only scratched his head wearily at the mercenaries who were laughing out loud.

[Oh my. How about you people care a little more about your lives than alcohol and women? If possible, I don’t want to cause unnecessary deaths. What do you say?]

[You’re the one who will die! —– You guys attack!]

Dozens of mercenaries came out of their hiding places that had been prepared in advance with those words as being a sign.

[Now die!]

[Uohhhhhhhh!]

The fierce mercenaries, aiming at the hero, raised their weapons. Axes, swords, and hammers lowered at once—–

[Ohh]

ZUN! A magic sword that appeared in the hero’s hand along with a noise repelled all weapons.

The mercenaries who had been behind the scenes jumped, looking for an opportunity to sneak away immediately.

[Second team, go!]

[Hee, I see. So that kind of fight]

A loud metallic sound rang out and sparks scattered.

The third team attacked immediately.

Faced with such a situation, the captain of the mercenaries laughed at the hero.

[You surely have great strength. However, we are many, not one individual!]

A constant attack that uses a large number of people.

They continued to attack like rain without giving the enemy even time to breathe.

[Soon the enemy will be exhausted and will fall to his knees. This is a strategy collectively!]

[Certainly, it is]

Resting the magic sword on his shoulder, the hero raised the corners of his mouth.

[That is good. You have to make use of your numbers]

[Do you think it’s a shame if it’s not a one-on-one fight?]

[Of course not. There is something to be learned about greed that does not care about the means of obtaining victory]

[Hum… ..you are a very mysterious man. Never mind. Well then, we’ll only do the job that he asked us to do. Come on!]

The mercenaries split into formation again and attacked with the voice of captain as a signal.

The sound of blades colliding, the shouts of mercenaries, the raging breaths.

Even if a group was repelled, the following people would attack immediately.

The mercenaries continued to maintain their tactic.

The wizards formed a barrier to quickly heal the wounded.

Their teamwork seemed perfect.

Infinite recovery, and unstoppable mercenaries. An endless battle would surely wear down the hero.

[Hahaha! No matter how high your combat skills are, you won’t win against fatigue]

The hero did not speak at all after the battle resumed.

The captain of the mercenaries smiled thinking that this man could no longer even speak.

In this way, it becomes a defense battle on one side, and finally the physical force is completely destroyed.

[Good, hero! Ora! Ora! Ora!]

[………]

[How about this!]

The last was an attack from the captain himself.

Though he was out of breath, he attacked with the full weight of his body.

[What…..?]

The captain took a deep breath when his sword was stopped.

[Hey? That’s it?]

The hero calmly displayed his arms wide open, as when the battle began.

You couldn’t see signs of fatigue at all.

[Impossible…..]

[That’s my line]

When the hero swung his magic sword so that he could dispel even insects, he sent the captain’s worn sword flying.

[Hey, aren’t you supposed to tire me out? So why are you panting?]

[No It can’t be… .. your not even short of breath… ..]

[It’s because I’m not getting tired. Unlike you]

The hero spoke lightly as if nothing.

[You should have moved to dodge all the attacks! There is no way you can stand so calm!]

[Did you notice that I didn’t move from this place?]

[What did you say?]

It’s like the hero said.

Looking closely, the position of where the hero is standing is not much different from when he entered.

[If you want to make me dance, come back after you’ve practiced more]

[It can’t be, it’s impossible… ..!]

[Good. Now it’s my turn]

The hero who swing his magic sword, aimed at the captain of the mercenaries.

[See you, mercenaries. Your lives are protected by the rules. So, you can pass out without worry]

The bodies of two hundred people lost consciousness in less than a minute.

Mercenaries and wizards fell without exception, bubbles came out of their mouths and shook.

[Wow. Sorry. I kept you two waiting]

The hero slowly looked back while wielding the magic sword in his hand like a toy.

Director Da Costa and Johannes who were in his field of vision stiffened.

[I played too much with the appetizer appetizer]

[Hiiiii! Help, help meeee]

The powerful mercenaries were easily defeated in front of their eyes.

Neither director Da Costa nor Johannes had the courage to do something against the hero.

The two continued to beg for their lives before the hero who walked smiling while the tip of his sword dripped with blood.

[Please! It doesn’t matter what happens to my father! But please spare my life!]

[Johannes, damn you! Are you going to betray your father? H-Hero, I ask you! You can do what you want with this stupid son! But please don’t kill me!]

[Hey, hey, if you’re going to beg, do it in order]

[Money? You want money? I’ll give you the amount you want, please!]

The hero suddenly narrowed his eyes and spoke after smiling once.

[You two. At your feet are the corpses of some young and pure soldiers —– no matter what you offer now, your sins will not be redeemed]

A distorted smile again showed on the hero’s face.

A happy and inevitable smile.

[Well, it’s the beginning of a poor dinner show]

[Hiiiii… ..!]

That night, constant screams echoed through the Da Costa family mansion—–

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Sleep first edit later lol.

Also time to go back editing the old chapters.