How to Live As the Vampire Lord

Chapter 259

What are they doing so late at night? Theyre supposed to set out tomorrow, right?

It appears His Majestys wizard has told him that she could move the undead.

Is that true?

Yes. But she required His Majestys participation in the magic ceremony. So thats why theyre here at this time.

Oooh

The gazes of the nobles were filled with curiosity, expectations, and anxiety as they stared at the carriage from afar. They were curious whether it was actually possible to animate the undead with something other than evil black magic or not. They wondered to what degree the undead would move if it were reanimated. Finally, they were anxious at the possibility that the undead might become hostile to the living.

But His Majesty and the other knights are here, so we should be fine, right?

Thats right. There are even beowulf warriors here. It wont be a problem.

Haha. Everyone seems quite worried. Right, its not like that ogre is going to eat us.

Hahaha!

Everyone laughed at someones joke. But unlike their relaxed and bold expressions, the nobles were busily retreating while keeping their upper bodies immobile.

I-Im not joking! What if it suddenly jumps out and starts eating people?

The undead is hostile toward anything living, right? If the King of Maren is actually a member of the Dark Tribe as the rumors have it, then he might have nothing to worry about. But what about us? We could be in some real trouble.

The nobles maintained their smiles while quietly scurrying to the sides of their escorting knights.

Rattle!

Oh my!

By the gods!

The carriage located more than ten meters from them suddenly buckled, and the nobles jumped out while shouting. They quickly hid behind their knights and screamed with fear while drawing the holy symbol in the air. The carriage jolted a few more times before suddenly going quiet.

The nobles peeped their heads over the shoulders of their knights and stared.

Suddenly

Booooom!

The carriage exploded with a thunderous boom.

Uaaagh! The nobles scrambled for their lives while the Beowulfs surrounding the carriage immediately erupted with their Fears and prepared for battle. The dark aura obscuring the area subsided; and three figures, large and small, could finally be seen.

D-did they succeed?

His Majesty is safe!

The nobles expressed relief when they saw Eugene standing proudly in front of the undead twin-headed ogre. A bright crimson light filled the undeads eyes instead of a lifeless gray.

Booom! Boom! Boom!

The undead twin-headed ogre started following after Eugenes footsteps, and the faces of the nobles turned pale once again. The fear in their hearts intensified when they saw the monster move. After all, it had been scary enough when it was immobile. Their legs started trembling to the point where it seemed like it was a miracle for them to have remained standing even now.

Eugene spoke to them in a calm voice, Be at ease, everyone. The ogre will only follow my orders from now on.

!

Wasnt that more of a problem? What if he ordered the monster to kill them immediately? Then it would carry out the order, right?

However, the nobles could not voice their true thoughts. They nodded while forcing awkward smiles on their faces.

C-congratulations, Your Majesty!

This couldnt be a bigger victory for magic and faith!

I-i-it truly is the epitome of mercy and faith! It is clear that the three gods are always watching and protecting Your Majesty!

The nobles hurriedly congratulated Eugene in an extremely respectful tone, making sure to emphasize his faith. Although it was likely that their worries would never come true, there was no harm in being prepared.

Eugene responded with a faint smile, Thank you all for your kind words, but my true faith and the faith of this fellow will be proven tomorrow.

What?

The nobles muttered with confused expressions. Eugene tapped the twin-headed ogre emitting hot breaths from its noses and mouths.

Im going to put it to work in rescuing the Holy Empires delegation.

***

Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom!

The twin-headed ogre took the lead, and the two griffon siblings followed right behind. The two cubs had considerably grown up and were now the size of a calf. Eugene followed right behind the three alongside Princess Lilisain.

He turned his head and spoke to the princess, It seems your horse has gotten used to them.

Horses were the favorite food of the griffons, and horses were always agitated and disturbed by griffons. However, the two griffons only looked and moved forward triumphantly. They neither seemed interested in Silion nor Princess Lilisains horse.

Princess Lilisain responded, Yes. Its because those children perceive me as their mother.

Wont they target other horses, then? Eugene asked.

Princess Lilisain answered, There have been times like that, but they always glance at you before giving up.

Really? So, theyre pretty smart, Eugene said in a disappointed voice while gazing at the back of the two griffons. He had been planning to teach the two griffons a lesson if they ever targeted a horse.

The two griffons suddenly shuddered, but their gazes werent directed toward Eugene.

Kieeh! If they ever try anything to subordinate number one, I wont stay still! Underling number one! You just trust in me, Mirian exclaimed.

Neiiigh!

Silion cried out as if responding to the spirits words.

Hmm.

Eugene observed the spirit and the steed for a moment before snatching Mirian out of the air.

I just had a good idea, he said.

K-kieh?!

Eugene continued, Youre in charge of their education from now on.

W-what do you mean by that? Mirian asked.

Neither the princess nor I can watch and take care of them forever, right? So, you should take the responsibility for educating them, Eugene explained.

K-kiek! S-sir, you cant do that to me. This statement is directly in contradiction to the providence of nature and Mirian retorted.

A spirit of water going crazy about wealth is not particularly aligned to the providence of nature, is it? But you still exist, right? Take good care of them. If they ever try something, I wont stand still. Youre my subordinate after all, Eugene interrupted.

No, Im your contracted spirit, not your subordinate Kieeee!

Eugene ignored the spirit and threw her toward the griffons.

Half a day later, the group arrived at the entrance to the Cape of Pilo. It was no longer possible to continue with carriages and carts, so the expedition decided to set camp in a suitable location.

Weve given instructions to procure suitable ships and crew as soon as possible, so we should see a ship ashore within a few days.

Since we do not have many troops, we can use a boat and board the ship.

In the meantime, what do you think about taking a rest and devising a plan?

The three lords gave polite suggestions. After seeing the mobilization of the undead twin-headed ogre, their fear and awe toward Eugene had significantly grown.

Hmm. Eugene turned his gaze away from the lords without giving an answer. He then looked over the Cape of Pilo before speaking, Its a fine day.

What? Ah, yes. Thats right. The lords werent sure why Eugene was suddenly talking about the weather, but they still nodded.

Eugene continued, On a day like this, the pirates island is supposed to be visible from the end of the cape, right?

Thats right. On a day like today, it should be visible to the naked eye, one of the lords answered.

Yes. I can see it very well. Is it about thirty kilometers from here? There are two small islands and one big island, Eugene responded.

??? The three lords were confused by Eugenes words. It was getting harder for them to comprehend Eugenes words.

After looking over the islands of the pirates once more using his heightened vision, Eugene turned toward the three lords and the knights.

You said that none of you have ever been to the pirates base before, right? Because the current is strong and there are too many reefs, Eugene asked.

Ah, yes

Eugene continued, Then there must not be much information about their base. You should have no information regarding exactly how many troops they have, what their defenses are like, and the existence and locations of hidden traps on the islands.

Yes. Were ashamed, but thats right, one of the lords answered.

Then, wouldnt it be better to reconnaissance first? Eugene asked.

You are quite right. However we dont really have a one of the lords muttered. They werent idiots. If they could, then they would have done it long ago! The lords inwardly complained while simply gazing at Eugenes face with awkward expressions.

Ah, Perhaps?! Prince Localope stepped forward while clapping his hands. His eyes were filled with curiosity.

Your Majesty, are you planning on using them? Prince Localope asked while pointing, and everyones gazes went over to where he was pointing.

Keeeek! Kieeeeng!

The two griffons were acting cute while showing their bellies in front of Princess Lilisain as if they were some kind of a pet. The eyes of the nobles glimmered when they saw the two creatures.

Griffons! They have wings, so it might be possible to reconnaissance with them!

And they are obedient to the princess! Oohhh!

The nobles exclaimed.

Tsk, tsk. Even if none of you have ever seen an intermediate or a high-ranking monster in an evil land before, isnt this too much? Sirs, how could you be so ignorant about monsters? Eugene said while clicking his tongue.

What?

Eugene explained, Griffons are not capable of flying long distances. Even a fully grown griffon can only glide for a few kilometers at most. Aside from that, theyre still young, so they can only fly a few hundred meters at best.

Ah The nobles took on disappointed expressions.

Then how are you planning to scout ahead? Prince Localope asked.

Eugene responded while staring at the twin-headed ogre. The creature stood tall in front of the garrison like a guardian statue.

We have him, right?

???

Everyone took on confused, bewildered gazes. They were at a complete loss about what Eugene was talking about.

Come here, Eugene muttered to the undead twin-headed ogrenoto his first thrall. Even though the creature was located well over a hundred meters away, it immediately turned to Eugene and began to briskly walk over to him.

Ohhh

What a wonder

It certainly obeys His Majestys orders without fail.

But how is His Majesty planning to use that for reconnaissance?

The twin-headed ogre moved very quickly, betraying its large size, and it was definitely and tremendously powerful. However, it could only be used in battles. In the first place, it made absolutely no sense to use such a large monster for reconnaissance, as reconnaissance required secrecy, and the twin-headed ogre was anything but covert.

Well, its not necessarily just reconnaissance. I suppose you could also call it a preemptive strike in addition to reconnaissance. Anyway, if its this fellow, no, its only possible with this guy, Eugene said.

Uh

So, just how exactly were you going to do that?!

The nobles shared the same thoughts. Eugene scanned the nobles before speaking, You dont necessarily need to fly or take a boat to scout an island, do you?

What?

Ive heard that the water isnt very deep here, is that right? Eugene asked with a grin while pointing at the fluttering sea.

***

Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom!

Boom! Boom! Fwoosh! Thuwap! Thuwap..

...

The members of the expedition; regardless of their status, gender, and race, stared at the beach with their jaws agape. The scene unfolding before their eyes was truly shocking and amazing. The two-headed monster king was walking into the sea as if it were trying to drown itself. Soon, the twin-headed ogres two heads were completely submerged.

Prince Localope finally removed his gaze from the monster and spoke with a dumbfounded expression, I have heard quite a few stories from minstrels, but I swear I have never heard of an ogre going into the sea before.

Well In the first place, ogres usually live in mountains or valleys. It would be rather difficult, or rather, impossible to see one near the sea.

T-there are also no records of an ogre being able to swim.

Eugene spoke with a smirk, As an undead, it doesnt need to breathe. Theres no fear of drowning, so it would be strange if it couldnt go into the sea. Besides, its not quite swimming, is it?

Indeed, Eugenes twin-headed ogre wasnt swimming across the sea. It was extremely ridiculous, but it was fulfilling Eugenes order to walk through the seain a straight lineall the way to the pirates base.

The once undead twin-headed ogre will play a big role in rescuing the priests of the Holy Empire. What do you think? Wont the distrust disappear? And you never know, the high priest may even bless it or something.

!

How ridiculous!

But what if Eugenes plan really succeeded?

Its entirely possible!