Epilogue, not the end, the beginning (1)
Korean Empire, Incheon.
In area A shelter.
Civilians who had taken refuge in shelters were terrified by the tremendous shock sound from outside.
Quang!
Quiet rumble.
The space shook.
As Kim Jun-hyeok explained, the shelter had 10 layers of magic defense, but people showed a pale expression on the stone dust falling from the ceiling.
It was said that humans are creatures of imagination. Every time a huge shock sound was heard, and every time I watched the stone dust falling in front of my eyes, my sinister imagination swelled up.
"… … Could it be that the Korean Empire was defeated?"
"Then we are done. No matter how many layers of magic defense you put on, it is nothing against the Absolute."
"Hey, let's not say anything bad!"
"what? That sounds absurd! I was just telling the truth!"
It was truly a mess.
At first, they were people who endured with their faith in Roman Dmitry, but as time passed, their faith was bound to waver.
Still, there were no problems other than raising the voice.
At least until some message arrives from the outside, most firmly believed that Roman Dmitry would solve the problem.
In fact, there was no other option in the first place.
Seeing everyone making noises in an anxious mind, Minah Kang squatted and covered her ears.
'… … Dad.'
Tears welled up.
That sound outside.
Dad will be there.
Every time the shelter slammed, Dad thought it was dangerous, and Kang Min-ah's small face suddenly filled with tears.
She lost her mother when she was a child who can't remember anything.
Kang Min-ho worked hard to get rid of the shadow of his daughter as much as possible, but he could not escape the reality of a single-parent family.
She didn't have a mother that everyone exists.
Friends have been asking impatiently, and since realizing the reality, I have never mentioned my mother in front of my father.
iron is gone
I had to listen.
For a father who lives alone, she was not allowed to play the role of an immature daughter.
'If even my father dies, I have no reason to live. So, please be safe. His Majesty Roman Dmitry. As promised to us, protect my dad from the bad monsters.'
clenched his fists tightly.
Seeing Minah Kang's appearance, her uncle hugged her.
Quang!
Curl rumble rumble.
The ringing continued.
At a time when people's anxiety was gradually amplified, from a certain moment, the shock sound suddenly disappeared as if washed away.
"… … what?"
"Is it over?"
"Don't move too quickly! It could be that all the defending forces have been wiped out!"
Confused gazes intertwined.
earlier than expected
Since it was a catastrophe that had been expected for at least a full month to a month, it was not hopeful that the noise would disappear in such a short time. A feeling of fear creeped in.
Thinking that there were probably no more humans left to cause 'noise', even those who raised their voices could not spit out negative words recklessly.
That was then.
Chick, Chick.
A strange sound was heard from the speaker.
Is it a loss or a victory?
A familiar voice that brightens people's faces was heard in the situation where the kimjang-gam was overflowing.
[Fellow Koreans. This is Roman Dmitry.]
"Ugh!"
"Lo, your Majesty Roman Dmitry!"
People opened their eyes.
Roman Dmitry!
Everyone listened.
[A little while ago, I succeeded in dealing with the last Absolute Volfir. I will take this opportunity to tell you clearly. The war is over. Humanity has won, and after all the remaining monsters have been cleaned up, I will present 'complete peace' to the people.]
tuk.
That was the end of it.
As soon as the communication to the entire Korean Empire was cut off, people embraced each other and shouted cheers.
"Live!"
"We live!"
"Long live His Majesty Roman Dmitry! hurray!"
Emotions swelled violently.
Then.
Kang Min-ah saw it.
squeaky.
Curl rumble.
The door to the shelter opened.
When people's eyes were focused for a moment, the sun was shining from the dark sky and a human figure appeared.
"Everyone, are you okay?"
Kang Min-ho.
Upon his appearance, Kang Min-ah shook off her uncle's hand and ran forward.
"Dad!"
* * *
tuk.
communication was cut off.
Roman Dmitry, who announced the victory over the entire Korean Empire, immediately walked out of the government building.
broad space.
In the space that was originally used as a plaza, a large number of people lined up in the ruined land.
Whew.
The flag fluttered in the wind.
The men, each dressed in colorful uniforms, proudly raised their national flag to Roman Dmitry.
The flags were not alone. It is a pattern that is unfamiliar to people living today, but Roman Dmitry knew all too well the countries that the flag meant.
Dmitry, Cairo, Hector, Umberto, etc.
All the countries of the Salamanders have gathered.
The number was incalculable with the naked eye, and familiar faces were visible at the forefront of each country.
'… … It's been a long time.'
Dmitry.
There was Rodwell Dmitry.
The being who was younger than him became a middle-aged man, and even Lauren Dmitry, a young boy, showed signs of time.
Next to him are Chris, Kevin, Felix, and so on. Every time he looked at his face, his emotions flooded.
The more he thought about the years they had lived, the more precious this meeting was for Roman Dmitry.
Daniel Cairo is in Cairo's camp.
Edwin Hector is in Hector's camp.
everyone gathered
swallowed the emotion.
Now that the war was not completely over, no time was allowed to be immersed in emotions.
However.
Still, I had something to say.
stepped forward
At the bloodshot eyes looking at him, Roman Dmitry met them one by one and opened his mouth.
"When I made the decision to leave Dmitry, I didn't even think about it. Even if it means sacrificing myself, I thought that as a 'decision maker', I needed a sense of responsibility. And now. The moment I met you, I was convinced that my choice was not wrong."
turned and turned
Even if I go back to that time.
Roman Dmitry would have made the same choice over and over again.
Not yet ready, he had to choose the best for the people.
Now it was different.
Now you are ready to accept the new reality.
"Thank you very much. You, who did not forget me, and I will never forget this moment."
quietly spoken words.
That moment.
"Waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa-!
"Long live His Majesty Roman Dmitry! hurray!"
"Long live His Majesty Roman Dmitry! hurray!"
all of the people
The whole square was filled with enthusiastic cheers.
* * *
a few days after that.
The problem that threatened mankind was quickly resolved.
As the dimensional rift disappeared, no more monsters could come over, and solving the remaining monsters was not a problem.
Dmitry's reinforcements. It was wiped out with their help. As each country solved their problems one after another, Roman Dmitry had to spend days hectic.
"The damage to Brazil is very serious. Aid is essential for recovery."
"The President of the United States has actively expressed his intention to help. They also suffered considerable damage, but it seems that the countries classified as great powers have concluded discussions with each other to take the lead."
"Spain… … ."
"Australia… … ."
News from all over the world was concentrated.
Roman Dmitry.
He was the emperor of the Korean Empire and the head of the world government.
He wanted to return to Dmitry immediately in his heart, but he did not make the mistake of abandoning his obligations to his personal feelings.
No matter how special Dmitry is. The Korean Empire and people from other countries also believed in Roman Dmitry and prepared for this war. It was on him to take responsibility for them to the end.
Time has passed.
When the situation was settled to some extent, Roman Dmitry summoned Felix.
"Are you ready?"
"Yes, we have secured a dimensional passage to Dmitry. And, as advised by His Majesty the Emperor, the plan to unify the two dimensions by using the dimensional rift caused by the absence of the Absolute to be reversed is progressing smoothly. Of course, if the dimensional rift continues, there is a high probability that there will be a problem with the dimension itself, but according to the results of research over the past 30 years, it is possible to minimize the aftereffects by continuously flowing the magical power of the World Tree into the dimensional rift."
"Good job."
"no."
30 years of time.
Dmitry's world has accomplished a lot.
Rather than simply preparing for a reunion with Roman Dmitry, the whole world worked hard to solve the fundamental problem that forced Roman Dmitry to leave.
When I first heard the report, I couldn't even say thank you. As a leader, I thought that I was not alone in a solution that I would not have known if I had made a decision and judged on my own.
now.
It was time to leave for Dmitry.
I felt complicated.
Seeing that he couldn't move quickly, Felix asked cautiously.
"Are you worried?"
"worry… … . Yes, you are right to be worried. Lately, there are many things that make me feel very unfamiliar with unfamiliar emotions."
Met their gazes.
Facing Felix, Roman Dmitry laughed.
"By the way, it doesn't feel so bad."
Moved a step
Dmitry.
It was time to return home.
* * *
It was truly a golden haunt.
Upon Roman Dmitry's return, the capital city of Dmitry was swarmed with large numbers of people without a place to set foot.
"His Majesty, Roman Dmitry! I miss you!"
"Congratulations on your safe return!"
"Never leave this place again!"
30 years ago.
Even when they succeeded in conquering the Demon Realm, the people who were children, as they grew older, brought their own children and cheered enthusiastically.
In their memory, Roman Dmitry was a hero. It was okay to lose his voice at the fact that he had returned, who had suddenly disappeared after solving the problems of mankind.
shouted from all sides.
Enthusiastic and raising his voice, he caught the image of Roman Dmitry in his eyes.
'You're back at last.'
Roman Dmitry walked through the crowd.
After a brief greeting with people, he was drawn to the landscape of Dmitry, which was completely different from 30 years ago.
onetime.
Dmitry was also called the city of achromatic colors.
As iron mines and blacksmiths developed, workers roamed the streets, so the capital's aristocrats frowned.
Now it was different. It has changed into a shape suitable for the capital of the Dmitry Empire.
The old buildings were demolished, and magnificent buildings that matched the magic civilization stood up, and it strangely blended with Dmitry's characteristic as a blacksmith's city, giving off a rather strong impression.
It was shocking.
Based on the well laid foundation of Roman Dmitry, the appearance of flowers blooming like this gave an overwhelming feeling.
But the feeling is short-lived.
I had a place to go right now.
As 30 years passed, and while confirming that Dmitry had crossed the boundary of the dimension, there was a part where Roman Dmitry got a little scared.
Thirty years was enough time to put an end to life by aging.
At first, I tried to confirm the life and death of some characters through the people of Dmitry, but after hearing the truth, I thought I would want to go back to Dmitry immediately, so I said I would check it out myself.
I had an ominous feeling.
I was nervous.
Roman Demetrigan, who was not so anxious even when dealing with Volfir, could not control his emotions now.
out of Dmitry.
As the grass formed and a slightly quiet atmosphere spread, a very small sound could be heard from afar.
Kaang-
Kaang, Kaang-
It was the sound of knocking on steel.
My heart raced.
hastened to walk
And the moment you get out of the grass and reach a small house that suddenly exists.
found two
A man who, despite his old age, still beats steel in a healthy way, and a woman drinking tea outside the building.
"… … Father, mother."
called them
The two old men heard the emotion-filled voice.
Cracks broke out in the faces of Romero and Rihanna Dmitry.
Epilogue, not the end, the beginning (1)
Korean Empire, Incheon.
In area A shelter.
Civilians who had taken refuge in shelters were terrified by the tremendous shock sound from outside.
Quang!
Quiet rumble.
The space shook.
As Kim Jun-hyeok explained, the shelter had 10 layers of magic defense, but people showed a pale expression on the stone dust falling from the ceiling.
It was said that humans are creatures of imagination. Every time a huge shock sound was heard, and every time I watched the stone dust falling in front of my eyes, my sinister imagination swelled up.
"… … Could it be that the Korean Empire was defeated?"
"Then we are done. No matter how many layers of magic defense you put on, it is nothing against the Absolute."
"Hey, let's not say anything bad!"
"what? That sounds absurd! I was just telling the truth!"
It was truly a mess.
At first, they were people who endured with their faith in Roman Dmitry, but as time passed, their faith was bound to waver.
Still, there were no problems other than raising the voice.
At least until some message arrives from the outside, most firmly believed that Roman Dmitry would solve the problem.
In fact, there was no other option in the first place.
Seeing everyone making noises in an anxious mind, Minah Kang squatted and covered her ears.
'… … Dad.'
Tears welled up.
That sound outside.
Dad will be there.
Every time the shelter slammed, Dad thought it was dangerous, and Kang Min-ah's small face suddenly filled with tears.
She lost her mother when she was a child who can't remember anything.
Kang Min-ho worked hard to get rid of the shadow of his daughter as much as possible, but he could not escape the reality of a single-parent family.
She didn't have a mother that everyone exists.
Friends have been asking impatiently, and since realizing the reality, I have never mentioned my mother in front of my father.
iron is gone
I had to listen.
For a father who lives alone, she was not allowed to play the role of an immature daughter.
'If even my father dies, I have no reason to live. So, please be safe. His Majesty Roman Dmitry. As promised to us, protect my dad from the bad monsters.'
clenched his fists tightly.
Seeing Minah Kang's appearance, her uncle hugged her.
Quang!
Curl rumble rumble.
The ringing continued.
At a time when people's anxiety was gradually amplified, from a certain moment, the shock sound suddenly disappeared as if washed away.
"… … what?"
"Is it over?"
"Don't move too quickly! It could be that all the defending forces have been wiped out!"
Confused gazes intertwined.
earlier than expected
Since it was a catastrophe that had been expected for at least a full month to a month, it was not hopeful that the noise would disappear in such a short time. A feeling of fear creeped in.
Thinking that there were probably no more humans left to cause 'noise', even those who raised their voices could not spit out negative words recklessly.
That was then.
Chick, Chick.
A strange sound was heard from the speaker.
Is it a loss or a victory?
A familiar voice that brightens people's faces was heard in the situation where the kimjang-gam was overflowing.
[Fellow Koreans. This is Roman Dmitry.]
"Ugh!"
"Lo, your Majesty Roman Dmitry!"
People opened their eyes.
Roman Dmitry!
Everyone listened.
[A little while ago, I succeeded in dealing with the last Absolute Volfir. I will take this opportunity to tell you clearly. The war is over. Humanity has won, and after all the remaining monsters have been cleaned up, I will present 'complete peace' to the people.]
tuk.
That was the end of it.
As soon as the communication to the entire Korean Empire was cut off, people embraced each other and shouted cheers.
"Live!"
"We live!"
"Long live His Majesty Roman Dmitry! hurray!"
Emotions swelled violently.
Then.
Kang Min-ah saw it.
squeaky.
Curl rumble.
The door to the shelter opened.
When people's eyes were focused for a moment, the sun was shining from the dark sky and a human figure appeared.
"Everyone, are you okay?"
Kang Min-ho.
Upon his appearance, Kang Min-ah shook off her uncle's hand and ran forward.
"Dad!"
* * *
tuk.
communication was cut off.
Roman Dmitry, who announced the victory over the entire Korean Empire, immediately walked out of the government building.
broad space.
In the space that was originally used as a plaza, a large number of people lined up in the ruined land.
Whew.
The flag fluttered in the wind.
The men, each dressed in colorful uniforms, proudly raised their national flag to Roman Dmitry.
The flags were not alone. It is a pattern that is unfamiliar to people living today, but Roman Dmitry knew all too well the countries that the flag meant.
Dmitry, Cairo, Hector, Umberto, etc.
All the countries of the Salamanders have gathered.
The number was incalculable with the naked eye, and familiar faces were visible at the forefront of each country.
'… … It's been a long time.'
Dmitry.
There was Rodwell Dmitry.
The being who was younger than him became a middle-aged man, and even Lauren Dmitry, a young boy, showed signs of time.
Next to him are Chris, Kevin, Felix, and so on. Every time he looked at his face, his emotions flooded.
The more he thought about the years they had lived, the more precious this meeting was for Roman Dmitry.
Daniel Cairo is in Cairo's camp.
Edwin Hector is in Hector's camp.
everyone gathered
swallowed the emotion.
Now that the war was not completely over, no time was allowed to be immersed in emotions.
However.
Still, I had something to say.
stepped forward
At the bloodshot eyes looking at him, Roman Dmitry met them one by one and opened his mouth.
"When I made the decision to leave Dmitry, I didn't even think about it. Even if it means sacrificing myself, I thought that as a 'decision maker', I needed a sense of responsibility. And now. The moment I met you, I was convinced that my choice was not wrong."
turned and turned
Even if I go back to that time.
Roman Dmitry would have made the same choice over and over again.
Not yet ready, he had to choose the best for the people.
Now it was different.
Now you are ready to accept the new reality.
"Thank you very much. You, who did not forget me, and I will never forget this moment."
quietly spoken words.
That moment.
"Waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa-!
"Long live His Majesty Roman Dmitry! hurray!"
"Long live His Majesty Roman Dmitry! hurray!"
all of the people
The whole square was filled with enthusiastic cheers.
* * *
a few days after that.
The problem that threatened mankind was quickly resolved.
As the dimensional rift disappeared, no more monsters could come over, and solving the remaining monsters was not a problem.
Dmitry's reinforcements. It was wiped out with their help. As each country solved their problems one after another, Roman Dmitry had to spend days hectic.
"The damage to Brazil is very serious. Aid is essential for recovery."
"The President of the United States has actively expressed his intention to help. They also suffered considerable damage, but it seems that the countries classified as great powers have concluded discussions with each other to take the lead."
"Spain… … ."
"Australia… … ."
News from all over the world was concentrated.
Roman Dmitry.
He was the emperor of the Korean Empire and the head of the world government.
He wanted to return to Dmitry immediately in his heart, but he did not make the mistake of abandoning his obligations to his personal feelings.
No matter how special Dmitry is. The Korean Empire and people from other countries also believed in Roman Dmitry and prepared for this war. It was on him to take responsibility for them to the end.
Time has passed.
When the situation was settled to some extent, Roman Dmitry summoned Felix.
"Are you ready?"
"Yes, we have secured a dimensional passage to Dmitry. And, as advised by His Majesty the Emperor, the plan to unify the two dimensions by using the dimensional rift caused by the absence of the Absolute to be reversed is progressing smoothly. Of course, if the dimensional rift continues, there is a high probability that there will be a problem with the dimension itself, but according to the results of research over the past 30 years, it is possible to minimize the aftereffects by continuously flowing the magical power of the World Tree into the dimensional rift."
"Good job."
"no."
30 years of time.
Dmitry's world has accomplished a lot.
Rather than simply preparing for a reunion with Roman Dmitry, the whole world worked hard to solve the fundamental problem that forced Roman Dmitry to leave.
When I first heard the report, I couldn't even say thank you. As a leader, I thought that I was not alone in a solution that I would not have known if I had made a decision and judged on my own.
now.
It was time to leave for Dmitry.
I felt complicated.
Seeing that he couldn't move quickly, Felix asked cautiously.
"Are you worried?"
"worry… … . Yes, you are right to be worried. Lately, there are many things that make me feel very unfamiliar with unfamiliar emotions."
Met their gazes.
Facing Felix, Roman Dmitry laughed.
"By the way, it doesn't feel so bad."
Moved a step
Dmitry.
It was time to return home.
* * *
It was truly a golden haunt.
Upon Roman Dmitry's return, the capital city of Dmitry was swarmed with large numbers of people without a place to set foot.
"His Majesty, Roman Dmitry! I miss you!"
"Congratulations on your safe return!"
"Never leave this place again!"
30 years ago.
Even when they succeeded in conquering the Demon Realm, the people who were children, as they grew older, brought their own children and cheered enthusiastically.
In their memory, Roman Dmitry was a hero. It was okay to lose his voice at the fact that he had returned, who had suddenly disappeared after solving the problems of mankind.
shouted from all sides.
Enthusiastic and raising his voice, he caught the image of Roman Dmitry in his eyes.
'You're back at last.'
Roman Dmitry walked through the crowd.
After a brief greeting with people, he was drawn to the landscape of Dmitry, which was completely different from 30 years ago.
onetime.
Dmitry was also called the city of achromatic colors.
As iron mines and blacksmiths developed, workers roamed the streets, so the capital's aristocrats frowned.
Now it was different. It has changed into a shape suitable for the capital of the Dmitry Empire.
The old buildings were demolished, and magnificent buildings that matched the magic civilization stood up, and it strangely blended with Dmitry's characteristic as a blacksmith's city, giving off a rather strong impression.
It was shocking.
Based on the well laid foundation of Roman Dmitry, the appearance of flowers blooming like this gave an overwhelming feeling.
But the feeling is short-lived.
I had a place to go right now.
As 30 years passed, and while confirming that Dmitry had crossed the boundary of the dimension, there was a part where Roman Dmitry got a little scared.
Thirty years was enough time to put an end to life by aging.
At first, I tried to confirm the life and death of some characters through the people of Dmitry, but after hearing the truth, I thought I would want to go back to Dmitry immediately, so I said I would check it out myself.
I had an ominous feeling.
I was nervous.
Roman Demetrigan, who was not so anxious even when dealing with Volfir, could not control his emotions now.
out of Dmitry.
As the grass formed and a slightly quiet atmosphere spread, a very small sound could be heard from afar.
Kaang-
Kaang, Kaang-
It was the sound of knocking on steel.
My heart raced.
hastened to walk
And the moment you get out of the grass and reach a small house that suddenly exists.
found two
A man who, despite his old age, still beats steel in a healthy way, and a woman drinking tea outside the building.
"… … Father, mother."
called them
The two old men heard the emotion-filled voice.
Cracks broke out in the faces of Romero and Rihanna Dmitry.
