Chapter 19 – Arin the Holy Knight
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“I’m just killing the ones I’m supposed to kill.”
When Ed replied calmly, Thane, who was looking at him, nodded. He looked deeply sympathetic.
“That’s right. They’re supposed to be killed. That’s the logic.”
Thane’s eyes turned to Ed.
“You must be Ed, the demon hunter.” “Do you know me?” “The demon has been hiding since its size was greatly reduced 16 years ago. But they are expanding their influence more stealthily. How can I not pay attention to someone who kills demons again in this situation?”
Ed smiled at the words. This person is real. This person was still studying demons and trying to get rid of them once and for all since the Demon Age 1. This person is real.
“Are you watching all the demon hunters?” “Those who hunt demons are always welcome.”
Ed thought this person might know Thane. If the moment when he was called was when the Demon Age 2 began, the main characters of the Demon Age 2 would have started to play at that point. He entered the body of an extra who should have died, but the main characters are different. Even if they didn’t respond as aggressively as they did, they would definitely be catching the demon.
“Do you know any people who hunt demons who have stood out in a year?”
Thane rested his chin on the question and asked.
“Is there a reason to limit the time?” “There’s no reason. But I’m curious.”
Thane, who heard Ed’s answer, nodded and said.
“There are a few of them, but they’re not as professional as you are.”
There are. The main characters of “Demon Age 2”.
“Do you happen to know who they are?” “A new holy knight from Astron, the god of astronomy, has killed seven demons so far. And I heard that the savage warrior, the survivor of the shipwrecked ship, killed five demons, one mystic monk killed five demons, and finally, three sorcerers from Grove Forest killed three demons. There are many cases where one or two demons are killed, except in those cases, and there are only so many people who are particularly often associated with them and who catch them.”
Holy knight, savage warrior, mystic monk, and sorcerer. Ed had a hunch to hear that there were people who hunted demons in five occupations. They’re the main characters. They’re strong and weak, and they’re moving along the main quest. Ed wanted to get involved with them in some way. Fortunately, he liked that there was no one involved from Akalan.
“And one more person. There’s a man who tears demons to death. The number he’s killed so far is six. But it’s hard to tell who that person is.”
At least Thane’s research on the demon is surprising, given that it pops out as soon as he says that he has limited the period to one year. Furthermore, if he was an advisor to Pendrigan, a free knight who brought an end to the demon’s era 16 years ago, he could not ignore the intelligence he has now. But he didn’t even know who the other guy was? And that person tears the demons to death? In terms of human power, even if he is a barbarian warrior, there is no chance if he does not invest in strength status. But it would still be difficult even with a high-strength status investment. It is impossible at this level. At this time of year, there are three legendary heroes or people who do what is possible. It occurred to Ed that the person could be another unknown main character. Thane looked at Ed with warm eyes. It’s a look at a comrade walking the same path.
“You’re the best one out there. Because I’ve got as many of them combined, I can’t believe I met you like this. Looks like Astron took care of you.” “But how did you know how many demons I hunted?” “I just saw it.”
Ed changed the subject because Thane didn’t seem to have any intention of telling him.
“I heard you’re going to the city of Matte. Why are you traveling there?” “Oh, there’s something there to investigate. Actually, I heard that my granddaughter had a baby, so I’m on my way back from my hometown.”
Come to think of it; Ed heard that his children are studying demons because of some death in the family. Is it that the granddaughter who survived when his children died. And is she already old enough to give birth? Unlike reality, in this world, a person is considered an adult from age 15, and when they are 17, the culture is to send them off to marry someone and give birth to children. It’s already been 16 years since “The Demon Age 1” came out, so he thought it was understandable. Thane asked with twinkling eyes.
“What are you going to do in the future?” “I’m going to hunt demons like I do now.” “As expected!”
Thane said with a pleased smile.
“Then come with me.”
It was a free ride anyway. If he could get a lot of information about the demon while accompanying him, there was no reason to refuse because it would benefit future hunting.
“Sure. Can I see that book, though?” “The book of all demons?” “Yes, there must be a lot of demons I don’t know, but I thought knowing about their habits and stuff would help me hunt them.” “That’s right. That’s right. There are friends like Pendrigan, but he’s reckless. You know something!”
Thane said, tapping on his side.
“Come and sit down. I’ll explain to you myself.
As Ed sat next to Thane, he opened up the demon’s book and began explaining as if he were reading a fairy tale to his grandson. As soon as he saw how vivid the painting was, as if he had seen it with his eyes, he felt like he was looking at a set-up book. It was safe to say that almost every demon Pendrigan caught in the Demon Age 1 was written down in the book. In addition, the demons were divided into grades, so it was good to check.
It was comfortable to travel with Thane in many ways. He wondered if there was a problem crossing the border because he was completely stuck with Akalan, but with Thane, he was also able to pass without a problem. On the way, Ed was able to get information about a lot of demons he didn’t even know. It was a great advantage to know the weaknesses of the demons even though he could just catch them with penetration skills. This week’s time for the city of Matte was more fruitful than he thought. And he could see why he was going to Matte City. He also said that he thought intermediate demons appeared and went to find him.
“But I don’t know if you’d mind me saying this, but your escort doesn’t look that strong.”
Thane burst into laughter at the whispering in the carriage.
“That’s right. Honestly, he’ll probably be able to catch a demon of the lower class.”
Honestly, he thought it was too much. He didn’t think the escort would be any better than Tomio. Of course, it’s great that someone like him drives a carriage. Still, he seemed far from good enough to deal with a demon.
“Actually, I’m trying to go to Matte because I think I can see one of the rookies I mentioned.” “Rookie?” “Didn’t you ask me? Those who hunt demons who have stood out in a year. I was going there because I thought I’d meet one of them. I wanted to meet that person before I went back to the capital.” “Who are you going to see?” “New holy knight. He’s the one who’s got the most demons except you.”
Ed was honestly looking forward to it. Maybe he was one of the main characters. Ed wanted to meet him.
“Did you make an appointment?” “No, but I think the new holy knight is also investigating the intermediate demon. By the time I arrived, I had thought I’d run into him.” “You’re leaning on luck.”
Thane smiled with a deep smile.
“Don’t you realize that I’m lucky enough to meet you?”
Thane met with Fendrigan, a free knight, in the Demon Age 1 and took revenge by acting as his advisor because he caught the Great demon Lipelas. Ed could tell that he was a lucky man. Well, why don’t we lean on that luck?
“But if you know the demon, why don’t you let the church know?” “That’s one way we could solve it. But they won’t move with just suspicion. And now that they’ve figured it out, they’re sending in a new holy knight.” “But an intermediate demon won’t be that easy.” “Oh, didn’t you hear about the new holy knight?” “Yes, I don’t keep my ears open to that sort of thing.”
Thane tapped Ed on the shoulder as if it was okay.
“That’s fine. You were chasing rumors about demons at that time, weren’t you?
Thane misunderstood and was smiling awkwardly.
“I have a history of catching intermediate demons. One of the seven was Deborah the Intermediate demon.”
He recalled Deborah because it was also in the book. It was an intermediate demon. It was not in human form but a demon of medium size. It would not have been easy for a holy knight to catch him, but he must be better than Ed thought.
“Alone?” “Yes, they said he caught it by himself.” “That’s great.” “We’ll see once we meet him.”
The horseman driver was not interested in what was going on in the carriage and was in charge of their guidance. Thanks to this, Ed was able to enjoy the most comfortable trip in this world. As soon as the wagon arrived in the city of Matte, it headed straight to the Astron Church.
“We’ve arrived.”
Ed also packed his things when he saw Thane holding a cane and The Book of All Demons in his bag. When he opened the door and went outside, I saw the Astron Church. It was a church several times the size of the city of Bern. Then there were the priests who came out of there and then two concubines. It certainly seemed to be a church of a superior size to the rest. The priest smiled at Thane.
“May Astron’s glory be with us. My name is Frank, the head priest of Matte’s district.” “May Astron’s glory be with us. I’m Thane.” “I’ve heard a lot from Archbishop Martin.” “I don’t know how he’s doing these days. It’s already been 16 years since we saw each other.”
Archbishop Martin was a legendary priest who fought with Pendrigan. He was a priest at the time, but he must have gone up to the Archbishop.
“Let’s go inside.” “Sure.”
Ed followed Thane through the church gate to the accommodation behind. Frank served them tea there. The driver who drove the wagon moved with the accompanying priests, but Ed could go with Thane and drink tea at his recommendation.
“This man…”
Ed introduced himself with a slight bow.
“I’m Ed.” “Ed, are you the demon hunter?”
Ed nodded when Frank opened his eyes wide and asked.
“That’s what they say.” “Otherwise, I was told that Father Aaron had been very helpful in dealing with the demon this time, so I had an order from the church to make it easier for Ed.”
Ed replied with just a smile. He heard that he could get help at any church because of Aaron. They must have planned it in advance so that he could get help.
“I just did what I had to do.” “As expected! That’s great.”
Then the door burst open, and there was a man coming inside.
“Hey!”
The person who came in calling her older brother was wearing leather armor and chest armor to enhance his activity. The woman, wearing a traveler’s cape, rushed in with a bright face and stared at Ed. Then he approached and put his hand on Ed’s chest.
“This is my brother’s property. Why do you have it?”
Only then did Ed know who she was. The beautiful woman looked like Aaron.
“I received it from Priest Aaron.”
When Ed put his hand into his clothes and took out the Astron sign that Aaron had delivered, the woman who saw it opened her eyes wide.
“He gave you something he valued more than his life?” “God says it’s important to accept things that are given. And it’s not about the item that matters.”
Frank was amazed at what he said.
“Aaron is a priest indeed! I guess that’s why Astron loves him.”
Frank said so and introduced Ed to the woman who came in.
“This is Ed. He’s a demon hunter who’s outstanding enough to ask for special convenience in the church.”
The woman looked at Ed again and introduced herself, tapping her right fist over her left heart.
“I’m Arin, the holy knight who serves Astron. Nice to meet you.”