Overgeared

‘What is this woman?’

An envoy had an obligation to communicate the will of their country. This ability was very important, as they were in charge of bringing back results for the country. Yes, it was fully understandable that the envoy was a named NPC. It wasn’t strange if there was a named-grade diplomatic specific NPC.

‘The empire is famous for its abundant talent and named NPCs must be common there.’

However, sword energy? Mercedes’ passive skill that unleashed havoc was almost at the level of a top named class. It was a skill that bypassed the absolute resistance of a legend. It wasn’t possible for anyone apart from Sword Saint Kraugel.

‘I’m not sure if my memories are wrong. Kraugel was the only one to have the power that the system clearly described as ‘sword energy.’

It was a power that amplified the strength of sword related skills.

‘Having the sword energy power, does this meant that Mercedes is a master of the sword comparable to a Sword Saint?’

Was this person a bigshot? Grid’s eyes became increasingly vigilant as he looked at Mercedes. In the ensuing silence, Mercedes was the first to open her mouth.

"You are more commendable than the rumors. The potential of a legend could be better than described in history.” Mercedes honestly admired the skills and stats of Grid that she saw. "Our empire has somewhat underestimated the power of legends other than the Sword Saint. That evaluation will change in the future.”

“...”

Grid frowned. Mercedes’ attitude towards him was like an adult towards a child. It felt like she was looking down on him.

‘If she can be so casual after looking at my stats, does that mean this woman is stronger than me?’

In fact, it was easy to infer. A representative of the Saharan Empire that dominated the West Continent. It was obvious that her level would be overwhelmingly higher than named NPCs.

"What status do you have in the empire?”

Grid sat on the throne with a calm look and asked Mercedes bluntly.

“I belong to the Red Knights. The Great Emperor gave me the number ‘1.’ People call me the 1st knight.”

"...What?”

Grid was surprised. The identity of the envoy was the 1st knight of the strongest empire. It was natural to be surprised. It was much bigger than he expected.

“Isn’t this amazing? Why did His Majesty the Emperor dispatch a person like you to my fledgling kingdom?”

Grid didn’t make any mistakes. He used the proper title for the emperor. If he made a mistake, the empire could destroy the Overgeared Kingdom at any time.

‘It’s only possible to become hostile to the Saharan Empire in the future.’

Grid smiled on the outside. He was doing his best to act as the king. He never forgot that he was carrying tens of thousands of people on his shoulders. Mercedes laughed.

“His Majesty the Emperor sent me as the envoy because he respects King Grid. His Majesty the Emperor highly appreciates your ability to swallow up a kingdom with your own strength. He sent the representative of the Red Knights as an envoy.”

“A compliment...”

shouldn’t be stingy

see. It

discomfort became greater as the conversation progressed. Grid judged that

His

Mercedes’ friendly smile froze on her face. The pure

of all, let’s discuss

"Sins?"

tributes to the Saharan Empire and is

“...”

a kingdom without the permission of the empire, the master of the Western

“...”

making a servant’s oath to His Majesty the Emperor

“...”

taking the

“...”

the empire, it wasn’t wrong to lay such charges on Grid. But Grid wasn’t satisfied from his position. He ended

and sent a whisper

sins being discussed. What should

-It’s as expected.

him. He had predicted

on, recite

delivered Lauel’s message

a tribute to the empire just like any other kingdom, but the Eternal Kingdom was officially neutral. This has been acknowledged by the empire. The Eternal Kingdom offered a tribute to the great empire out of courtesy, not because it was the

“...”

a bill doesn’t exist on the continent that requires seeking the empire’s permission to build a kingdom. If I was a smarter person, I would’ve let the empire know. I am sad because my ignorance meant I couldn’t think about seeking permission from the empire. This mistake stems

“...”

and in a chaotic state. How do I dare greet His Majesty the Emperor when the kingdom is still unstable? I thought it would be too arrogant. Thus, I have been putting off my visit

“...”

strength because all 15 kingdoms were going to prey

body shook as he talked. He was lamenting his own disgrace. Mercedes

intentions. Either way, isn’t it

Flinch.

couldn’t answer immediately. However, Lauel urged him to nod

“...Right.”

will of His Majesty the

“What?”

doubted his ears as he

an imperial order. It’s natural to show

“...No, no.”

people who believed in him. Above all, there was the billions of won he

My actions aren’t