Became a Hatchling of the Grand Duke of the North

80 – Cult of Shadows (1)

All living beings in the world have slightly different magical properties.

Magic power is a kind of personality.

Although everyone seems to use the same magical power, in reality, there are subtle differences between them when looking inside.

That was exactly what Professor Lapis was trying to do.

Hacking, which is reading a kind of magical power in reverse order.

Investigating the magical blood flow flowing through the body of a creature makes it possible to interpret the mana algorithm of the creature.

What kind of critically weak nature the opponent has, or what kind of strengths the opponent has, etc.

It is also possible to read the so-called fatal weakness.

This was one of the decisive reasons why any investigation or observation of dragons was never allowed.

Sure.

As she sneaks up on her wand and taps it on her ice crystal, her light starts to brighten.

“Whoop, whoop. Whoop whoop…”

Looking at the pile of light that quickly began to shine brightly in the dark room, her eyes curved into half moons.

“To elicit a stronger reaction than now, more catalysts will be needed.”

For the future.

She needed to read the dragon’s structure and inner world.

And the catalyst she was talking about was none other than the scale fragments of the guardian dragon, Han.

* * * *

[Umm… Guardian Dragon Niim…]

‘Huh?’

Seeing Lucia muttering lowly, Han turned her head towards her.

She tosses and turns in her sleep. I see her Lucia figure.

Different from his usual calm and noble appearance.

The only time she is free is late at night.

Only now was the time to leisurely watch her sleeping.

[…]

Han looked down at her in silence for a moment.

His long head approached as if it were about to touch her.

Leakage-. New fluid -.

I heard the sound of heavy breathing.

The close distance where you can feel the breath Lucia breathes as well, albeit minutely.

Han used to enjoy observing her silently like this from time to time.

It wasn’t for any particular reason.

It’s just that I can observe her appearance in great detail.

A fine appearance. It’s pure white skin color.

In addition to that, she has bright red lips like red cherries. No matter how many times I see her appearance

[Hmm…]

Lucia tossed and turned with a light moan.

The tone is more lively than usual.

As if somehow feeling a bit cramped, she untied her nightgown.

Pure white flesh was revealed through the ruffled pajamas.

Han’s gaze, which had been closely watching her, finally turned to the color of her face.

[Um…]

For some reason, Han noticed that Lucia’s cheeks were a little more red than usual.

It was a color that seemed to have heated up.

‘Is it a bit hot?’

I think so.

Well, it was well worth it.

Lucia was born in the north and had been born and raised in a very cold environment.

It is only natural for her to feel the heat more than others here in the central part of the continent.

Shall I help you a little?

‘Because it doesn’t take much effort anymore.’

Even if it took a little effort, it was enough for Lucia to be comfortable, so he secretly raised his weak attribute power.

Gooh Oh-.

As he began to draw his mana, his eyes began to glow bluish.

It looked like it was going crazy.

Saah.

But that’s only for a while.

The mana with his elemental power begins to cover the entire room as if closing a curtain.

As if they were trying to settle down softly.

At the same time, a moderate coolness began to permeate the room.

At the same time, I can feel Lucia’s breathing becoming easier.

‘Now. Then…’

Han, who was watching the scene, raised the corner of his mouth secretly.

‘This is enough for Lucia. Let’s get out soon!’

Flutter!

With the flap of his wings, he opened the window and took off vigorously outside.

* * * *

[…Looks. It’s a guardian dragon.]

The head of the Assassination Team discovered the figure of the Guardian Dragon, Han.

Through the telescope in his hand, the presence was clearly visible.

It was flapping its wings as it headed toward the rooftop.

[…Ha.]

Seeing that, the chief secretly put a smile on his lips.

[It’s wandering on the roof of the dormitory building. Fearlessly.]

At his words, the silent subordinate next to him opened his mouth.

[In that case, wouldn’t it be fine to just steal and run away?]

Young guardian dragon, hatchling.

He was a young boy, less than a year old.

A guy like that wouldn’t even have a chance to exist, so in the first place, they looked down on Guardian Dragon Han.

In fact, there were also people who had that kind of ability.

[Don’t underestimate the Empire’s commandos.]

[Yes?]

[If they aren’t stupid, they must be watching that guy somewhere.]

[Ah. That must be it too.]

The news of the birth of the guardian dragon was already spreading across the vast continent.

In such a yard, there are really only one or two people who stealthily permeate the capital, aiming for the dragon’s scales and heart.

Even at this moment, there must have been a lot of goofy people hiding in the capital.

However, even in such a yard, the news of the attack on the guardian dragon, Han, did not reach the public at all.

What does that mean?

Simply no raid?

No, you’re welcome.

Rather, it is the “Opposite”.

[Don’t underestimate the power of the empire. The commandos are watching the Guardian Dragon even at this very moment. He’s probably busy tonight, too, dealing with junkies somewhere.]

This gloomy dawn raid.

In this place that just felt so quiet, the commandos were taking down all kinds of attackers without being noticed by anyone or making a fuss.

A sense of secrecy and quietness that is completely invisible even to ordinary citizens pervades the entire capital.

And that is the mighty potential of the Empire, the conqueror who conquered this continent.

[…Of course.]

The man’s eyes cast a blue bloody glare.

[There’s nothing wrong with us. Rather, this is like an opportunity.]

His men grinned and grinned.

[We will take this opportunity to reduce the number of the ten great powers of the empire. Rather it went well. It will weaken their power.]

Traitors of humanity.

As the assassins of the Shadow Church that fell on the other side of the continent, they had enough strength to stand up to the Empire.

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If it weren’t for that, the empire would have searched for them and exterminated them.

A long time ago, the world was in chaos itself.

The Empire, many small kingdoms, and the Church are intertwined.

The situation of hitting each other’s backs and stabbing each other has been going on all along.

The guardian dragon of the previous generation, who was born more than fifty years ago, also died in such chaos.

By the hands of the assassins of the Shadow Church, no one else.

In such a yard, the empire proudly admitted the guardian dragon Han and the saintess Lucia of the empire who signed a contract with him to the academy side by side.

Then what would that mean?

From the beginning, the empire had set traps, waiting for the assassins to come.

Undoubtedly, the opponent has already completed all preparations.

I’d rather capture the assassins and use them to find the church’s headquarters.

The Empire knows the Assassins are coming, and the Shadow Cult has read their intentions as well.

They were already counting on each other.

[The ‘Demon Grand Duke’ is waiting for good news. If only this generation of guardian dragons can be dealt with, the continent is over.]

[I will do my best.]

[Let’s go.]

Pod.

At the same time as he said, the group disappeared without a trace.

Two camps full of confidence.

They began to move with the guardian dragon between them while holding their daggers.

Both camps had one target.

The life and death of Han, the guardian dragon, standing on top of the chessboard, was exactly that.

If you kill him, that’s the end of the continent, and if you protect him, demons won’t be able to easily cross the barrier in the north.

This terrible evil that has already been going on for hundreds of years.

Only today, at this very moment, after decades, it has resumed again.

* * * *

Tak.

Han the Guardian Dragon.

He climbed onto the roof.

[Nyaaang~.]

As soon as he landed, the cats came at once.

The guys showed off their intimacy by rubbing against him. The ones wagging their tails and clinging to his body subtly.

Ah. It’s messy again.

Han flapped his wings nervously at the sight of the guys clinging to him.

‘Get out of the way, these guys.’

Then the cats drooped their tails and slipped away from their seats.

But even then, they didn’t get too far.

It was just a very slight, moderate distance, and still watching him carefully.

From then on, I felt something.

Certainly, it got worse.

[…]

Han narrowed his eyes as he saw the guys giving him a coy look.

It looked like it would come at any moment if you didn’t look out for it.

‘Is it also because of the characteristics I acquired before? Those guys are getting more soggy than before.’