Swordmaster’s Youngest Son Novel MTL - Chapter 919

## Chapter 919

“That’s true. But right now?”

“Paellito will soon receive Zito’s orders to go to the surface, so we don’t have much time. Originally, I wanted to meet more cautiously, but I have no choice now.”

“Understood.”

“Since the situation is chaotic, even if it’s you, you will need a valid reason to meet Paellito directly. Contact Sword Demon Castle and inform them that it’s about Poison Demon Castle and that you have matters to report about me.”

Layla took out the Belgasyum family seal from her pocket. When the seal, which had a sword engraved on it, was imbued with mana, a small dimensional portal appeared above it. Through the portal, one could see the view of Sword Demon Castle’s study.

{Lady Layla, what brings you here?}

“Is the Sword Demon in the castle?”

{Yes, are you here to meet with the Sword Demon?}

“That’s right.”

{As you know… the Sword Demon is deeply saddened by the death of Chief Strategist.}

“I’m aware. But there’s urgent information I need to tell about Ragal Fun and the prisoner he was in charge of. Open the gate. And make sure no one can see me or the prisoner until I meet with Sir Paellito.”

{Please wait a moment.}

The chief butler of Sword Demon Castle left for about ten seconds and then returned.

{I will now open the gate. I will set coordinates in front of the Sword Demon’s office. Lady Layla and Ragal’s prisoner, a total of two people will enter. Correct?}

“That’s right.”

¡Vroooom!

The seal vibrated, and the dimensional portal expanded. As soon as Layla and Kelliark entered, they saw the door to Paellito’s office.

Layla seemed a little tense.

“Sword Demon, I’m Layla.”

“… Enter.”

As soon as the door opened, a dense demonic energy spread out. Paellito’s demonic energy was constantly amplifying his grief over Sakiel’s death, his hatred and resentment towards those who killed her.

Paellito was controlling himself so that his overwhelming demonic energy wouldn’t harm those below him. A deep sadness was hidden in his expressionless face like an abyss.

Layla lowered her head and waited for Paellito to speak first.

“Layla, at some point, I’ve forgotten how long the days I’ve lived have lasted.”

After a while, Paellito opened his mouth without even looking at Kelliark Zipple, who was beside Layla.

“It could be ten thousand years, twenty thousand years, or even longer. Like other demons, I’ve also gone through countless cycles of oblivion, losing many memories. I can’t even begin to comprehend why I opposed Lord Zito in the past, or what I was trying to protect from Zito… I don’t know.”

“Sir Paellito…”

Paellito opened his eyes.

“But within the hazy and distant life, there has always been one thing that has remained clear. That was, within Lord Zito’s rule… to elevate the True Demon World with Sakiel where she rightfully belongs, to a land with a real sun, which humans dare to enjoy without any qualification.”

Purple tears flowed from Paellito’s red eyes. It was the first time Layla had seen him cry. At least, as far as Layla could remember.

“Sakiel is dead.”

“I know… sir.”

“Sakiel single-handedly raised the Grosch family, the commander who most brilliantly stopped the enemies who opposed Lord Zito, and the outstanding Chief Strategist who stabilized the chaotic True Demon World. And for me… she was more than a subordinate. She was a comrade who fought for the same destiny, a warrior who helped this land prosper. Such Sakiel… was brutally torn apart by human hands.”

¡Szzt!

Suddenly, a sharp energy emanated from Paellito and grazed Kelliark’s cheek. Kelliark didn’t wipe the blood that was flowing and didn’t even look at Paellito.

“Kelliark Zipple, it’s obvious why a human like you became Ragal’s prisoner. You did well not to meet my gaze until now. If you had, I would have cut your throat. Even if the witch is supporting you, in my eyes right now, you seem nothing more than a human who should be condemned to death.”

“Is this truly the power of Bascala, the authority sealing sword? It’s just a superficial wound on my cheek, but I can feel the sensation of my authority being blocked, sending a shiver down my spine. Sir, if killing me partially relieves your grievances, then go ahead. I won’t stop you.”

“You’re talking as if it’s possible for you to block my sword.”

“As long as it’s a sword that has lost its coldness, perhaps. But if it’s the true Sword Demon’s sword, it would be difficult to evade even if it isn’t Bascala.”

“Puhahaha…”

Paellito let out an empty laugh.

In an instant, the boiling demonic energy emanating from him calmed down, and the traces of tears on his cheek disappeared without a trace.

“Why did you come to Sword Demon Castle now? Well… does the witch want to see humans die more mercifully?”

“Neither the witch nor Mr. Zito wants that. Sir, you will go to the surface to seek revenge for Sakiel Grosch and to retrieve Zito’s eye.”

Paellito looked at Kelliark with deep, dark eyes for a while.

“Kelliark Zipple.”

“Yes, sir.”

“It’s highly unlikely that Lord Zito himself sent you directly to me. Your presence here is entirely due to the witch’s will. So go and tell the witch that you’ve pacified me.”

“In my opinion, you haven’t completely calmed your heart yet, sir.”

Every time Kelliark spoke, Layla felt her insides drying up. Every word he said was a dangerous statement.

Paellito was accurately reading Layla’s feelings.

“Alright, Layla. I was consumed by the grief of losing Sakiel, but my head has cooled down in an instant. That’s probably why everyone avoids the witch. In any case, if you get involved with the witch in any way, the situation will undoubtedly flow in the direction she desires.”

Layla lowered her head once more. Now, she felt like she was in front of the familiar Paellito.

Even that was a painful reminder that he had also been brainwashed and manipulated by Zito.

‘When did Zito’s brainwashing begin? When did it all start?’

Paellito stood up and took a deep breath.

“So, how can I calm my heart even more, Kelliark Zipple?”

Kelliark took something out of his embrace.

It was a black marble, containing extremely pure chaotic energy.

“This marble was created by the witch Heluram. She expects you to carry it before going to the final battle with the human world.”

“What’s it used for?”

“It varies depending on what your desires are, sir. It can give life or death, depending on your choice.”

“Your explanation is quite vague.”

“That’s how the witch usually is.”

Paellito looked at the marble with a calm expression. If he kept looking at it for a long time, it seemed like he could be absorbed into it and never come out.

“However, if I had to interpret the witch’s intention, I would say that life probably symbolizes escape. Sir, if you ever find yourself in a life-threatening situation during battle, using this marble would allow you to escape to somewhere. In my opinion, it could be Mr. Zito’s residence.”

“Why do you think that?”

“Why would the witch send you directly to Mr. Zito if it wasn’t for a reason? She probably expects you not to fail, sir. So, if you seem like you’re about to die, you should be saved, right? At the moment you’re defeated by the powerful ones of the human world, the safest place for you in the True Demon World would be Mr. Zito’s residence, sir.”

“Then, death means a means of self-destruction… similar to what Sakiel did. Does the witch believe I will lose against humans with unresolved emotions?”

“It’s possible. If you don’t fight like a perfect Supreme Demon but are influenced by emotions, she would make the same judgment. The Supreme Demon, the Genesis Knight, signifies a dominion where emotions don’t affect you. But from what I saw today, you’re far from that, sir. You were and still are grieving.”

Paellito picked up the marble placed in Kelliark’s palm.

“I’ll take it.”

“It’s a wise decision.”

“How do I use it?”

“Think about what you want while you break the marble. In any case, the fact that the witch gave you this marble probably means she wants to save you, sir. Please fight not like someone who has lost a comrade but like the Sword Demon Paellito. Then, you might not even have to use this marble.”

“You’re saying interesting things. You, as someone who serves the witch, would want me to use this marble somehow.”

At that observation, Kelliark lowered his head with a bitter expression.

“I’m not serving the witch. Just like you said a while ago, sir. There’s a reason why everyone avoids the witch.”

“Ah, so you’re also a victim of the witch’s pranks.”

“Yes, sir.”

“In any case, I’ll find out if your words are true or not once the battle is over. You can leave now.”

Paellito turned around.

Layla could barely hold back the words that had risen to her throat.

“I… wish you luck, sir Sword Demon.”

“Layla.”

“Please speak.”

“Do you know when the next cycle of oblivion will be?”

“I don’t know.”

“Neither do I. So, we live a life where we can lose someone suddenly at any moment.”

Layla couldn’t find the right words and had to leave the office.

Upon leaving Sword Demon Castle, no one inside the castle had directly seen the appearance of Layla and Kelliark.

“Indeed, it seems like we can’t eliminate the brainwashing through the Awakening Flame. Maybe I couldn’t have avoided a battle with Paellito if I had used my power.”

“Is that marble really from the witch? Is there any chance that it can really save the Sword Demon if he fell into the hands of humans?”

“That marble wasn’t made by the witch; I made it. Chaos was the main ingredient, so you could say that I borrowed the witch’s power in a way. The effect is also different from what I explained. The marble only has one function of escape.”

“What… So, were you lying to the Sword Demon?”

“If I had said that I made the marble, would Paellito have accepted it?”

“That’s true. But wouldn’t it have been better to simply explain that there’s only an escape function in case the Sword Demon is in a difficult situation?”

“The witch is an ambiguous and confusing being. Would the witch create something like an object just to rescue someone from danger? If I had explained it that way, Paellito wouldn’t have believed it. Especially since he has met the witch several times with Zito.”

“I see. Now I understand. So, if the Sword Demon ever finds himself in a precarious situation, he can simply break the marble, no matter what decision he makes.”

“That’s right. It’s a good safety device.”

Layla nodded her head.

Kelliark smiled silently, imagining Paellito breaking the marble.

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