The Vastness of Magical Destiny
Chapter 729: Volume 21: The Dark Road, - 11: Seville

Chapter 729: Volume 21: The Dark Road, Chapter 11: Seville

"Repentance Tower? The Holy City of Marko?" Komer sighed softly. He had anticipated this outcome. If he was already seen as an unforgivable demon in the eyes of the Religious Court, then Rebry was merely a lost lamb who had strayed into the dark world. After all, Rebry had once had a glorious experience within the Church of Light. For Noyola and Lorenzo, bringing him "back to salvation" and allowing him to see the error of his ways probably meant far more than executing Komer, the remnant of dark powers.

"So, what is Rebry’s current situation?"

"That, I’m afraid, we do not know. The Repentance Tower is a prison used by the Religious Court to incarcerate heretics and the fallen ones. It’s guarded by the mighty Paladin regiments, and even secretive monks dwell there. No one dares challenge that place," Mihailovich shrugged. "In history, other than the Dark Emperor Kenifer III who once challenged the reclusive monks, it seems that no one else has been able to break this taboo."

"Oh? What kind of people are these reclusive monks? What was the result of the Dark Emperor’s challenge?" Komer’s gaze sharpened.

"Those reclusive monks are monks who possess a profound understanding and comprehension of the Church of Light’s doctrines. They are inconspicuous within the church but have long devoted themselves to diligently studying the teachings and rules of the Church of Light. Naturally, over the long span of time, their Light magic power has reached an unfathomable realm. Many mages and Martial Dao cultivators, who pride themselves on unrivaled talent, have sought to prove themselves by challenging the monks, but all have returned in defeat. This includes many who have attained the realms of Magic Instructors and Paladins," Mihailovich’s face took on a solemn expression. "The Dark Emperor Kenifer III’s challenge to the reclusive monk order has not been made public, and I only know of the incident’s occurrence. As for the details, they’re unknown. However, given that the Church of Light has not publicized this event, it’s likely that the reclusive monks did not gain much advantage from it."

"Are you saying then that we are currently unable to break through this prison?" Komer muttered to himself.

"It’s difficult, Lord. In Marko, we not only have to confront the people of the Religious Court, but we also have to consider the powers within several cathedrals. Personally, I believe we are unable to change this situation in the short term. Of course, Rebry will not be in any mortal danger there. Since the Court has sent him to the Tower of Repentance, it indicates that they have no intention of resolving the issue through extreme means," Mihailovich nodded. "Perhaps one day in the future, when our power has amassed sufficiently, we will have an opportunity to challenge this taboo."

"Hmph, we’ll repay this humiliation in kind," Komer huffed heavily. "I hope that day doesn’t take too long. The Church of Light once had a virtuous aspect, which has now been utterly destroyed by these maggots, and the chronic ailments inherent in the church itself have become exposed. Every entity experiences periods of rise and decline. All that glitters is not gold. That is the best description of the Church of Light’s current state. It’s like a colossus with feet of clay, just waiting for someone to give it a final push so it will come crashing down. If we have the honor to be that someone, I shall be immensely proud."

"Lord, your wish is commendable, but you must not underestimate the power of the Church of Light. There’s a reason they’ve stood on the Continent for hundreds of years. The dark powers have been disorganized since the collapse of the Dark Empire. I know you’ve been dedicated to unifying the dark forces, but it’s just the beginning. The Dark Lineage has a decent foundation in the South, but its upper and middle echelon’s development cannot compare with the deep-rooted infrastructure of the Church of Light in the North. To reverse this disadvantage, the Dark Lineage must put forth great effort. Though I do not like the Church of Light, I never underestimate them. This is just my humble opinion," Mihailovich said indifferently.

"Mihailovich, thank you for your kind intention." Komer held great respect for this master of Puppet Magic; though the reminder wasn’t pleasant to hear, it was indeed reality—much more sobering than the blind optimism of the Great Mysterium Devotees.

The Barbarians’ response didn’t surprise Komer. The Caron Tribe and the Cabo Tribe had firmly expressed their intentions. Although they did not explicitly state the positions of the other tribes, Komer could sense the discord, and if the Caron Tribe and Cabo Tribe were no longer keen on the siege of Brandenburg Castle, he believed this sentiment would soon spread to the other tribes. The fierce strike of the Mountain People Alliance would dissipate, leaving a shadow over their next joint venture. This was Komer’s generous gift to the Iberian Kingdom, sure to be appreciated by the Iberians, also serving to demonstrate his own influence.

While the rebuilding issue of the Gdansk Fortress had been placed on the agenda, the Mountain people suggested a period of buffer time to let more Mountain Tribes accept this reality. After giving it much thought, Komer still agreed to their proposal. It was his intention to prevent the Mountain people from uniting and concentrating their efforts, but for Flanders to become a thorn in their side did not align with Komer’s plans. His ultimate scheme was to gradually tie all the Mountain people to his own chariot and have them at his beck and call, of course, this plan was too grand, with too many details in between that needed meticulous planning.

Seville City was undoubtedly the most dazzling jewel on the Pyreness Plains. The grand and imposing Pyreness Mountain Range stretched across the plains to the north, embracing the entire Pyreness Plains in its midst. The milder southern foothills were the finest natural pastures, and the cheese and butter produced in the foothills of the Pyreness Mountains were renowned throughout the Continent. On the other hand, the narrow sandy land along the banks of the Meyrin River to the east was the most famous grape-producing area, and the grape wine made from grapes grown here was considered a national treasure by the Iberians.

Ever since the Alphonso family unified the Pyreness Plains and established the Iberian Kingdom, Seville City has remained the kingdom’s capital. Although the natural fortress of the Pyreness Mountains served as a natural city wall, as the capital of the kingdom, Seville City was still built far more magnificently and solidly than any other city in the vicinity. The threat of the Barbarians always loomed like a colossal shadow over the heads of the Mortals on the Pyreness Plains, and every Iberian supported the strengthening of their capital wholeheartedly, with no complaints even when more taxes were levied for this purpose.

This was Komer’s first visit to Seville City. The fortress combined the ruggedness of the Northern Continent’s walls with the ornate style of southern castles, instantly endearing the city to Komer. Similarly, the fertility and wealth of the Pyreness Plains took Komer’s breath away. Even the Busen Plain, once considered the land of abundance in Komer’s eyes, paled in comparison. With dense population, vast irrigation systems, a network of water channels, and fruit orchards everywhere, Komer was dazzled by everything he saw as he traveled southeast from Flanders, crossing the narrow passes of the Pyreness Mountains.

The banquet at Magni Palace had reached its climax. This welcoming party was clearly meant to curry favor with Komer, who appeared as Karadin. Otherwise, it would have been impossible for Komer, appearing as a Lord’s proxy, to be treated with such exceptional hospitality, unless he had arrived in his true identity.

The Barbarians finally withdrew their troops from Brandenburg Castle. It became apparent that there were some coordination issues among the Barbarians, with many loopholes in the joint efforts of their various armies. This surprise stunned the officers of the Allied Army. However, the dark shadow that the Barbarians had cast over the Allied forces was so profound that the terrified Iberian and Shimaina Allied Army did not dare to seize this opportunity. Instead, they just stood behind the walls of Brandenburg Castle, watching the somewhat disorganized Barbarian Army retreat intermittently until the Barbarians completely disappeared in the already ravaged Meyrin River Valley, only then did they dare to send out scouts to investigate what had happened.

Nevertheless, the retreat of the Barbarian Army finally allowed the Iberians and Shimaina people to breathe a sigh of relief. After several months of intense fighting, even though the Allied forces adopted a defensive stance with certain natural advantages, the ferocity and savageness of the Barbarians almost overpowered the Allied forces. Worn out by the war, numerous soldiers in the Allied camps suffered mental breakdowns due to the gruesome nature of the war. The cries of those awakened by nightmares every night echoed through Brandenburg, leaving the residents fearful and unable to sleep at night, worried that the castle might fall.

Komer’s prediction finally fulfilled, the Iberians and Shimaina people were filled with gratitude and curiosity towards this recently-appointed Lord of Flanders, now the Lord of Caucasus Nicosia. Regardless of how he managed to persuade the Barbarians to withdraw their troops, it was a significant boon. However, as the Lord of Caucasus, how he held such great influence among the Barbarians was both a concern and a doubt for the Iberians.

With the sound of a "ding", the Martin red wine was drained in one gulp. The beaming Joao II gestured for the attendant to serve Komer another glass. As the king of the Iberian Kingdom, he had no need to be this courteous to a Susoer Merchant. However, eager to learn more about the Caucasus Lord behind this individual, the Lord Komer who was now his vassal, Joao II patiently maintained his demeanor.

Komer could also tell that His Majesty the King wasn’t truly interested in him, but rather in how he could manage to make the Barbarians withdraw. A wrong answer to this question could lead to many adverse effects, as a vassal who could influence the power of Barbarians was never a good sign for any king. Joao II’s caution was understandable.

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