<The Demon Lord of the Swordsmanship Family Chapter 100>
The second object, the Wood Golem’s attribute is “Agility.”
An attribute that increases dexterity and mobility. The Wood Golem itself was slim and lithe, as befitting its attribute.
However, it picked the wrong opponent. On our side, Park Min-ji, unmatched in speed, was present.
Park Su-hyeok awakened the King and five golden swords took positions around the area. Park Ki-hyuk and Jin Yu-ri blocked one of the passages.
When the Wood Golem, with its retreat cut off, began to thrash around in excitement.
The fatal blow came in the form of seven streaks of light.
Geomho-ryu Swift
Big Dipper (Northern Seven Stars)
Object Attribute ‘Agility’ eliminated.
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Third object, the Wood Golem’s attribute is “Revival.”
Just as the name suggests, this attribute grants one more life upon d*ath.
Jin Yu-ri’s unique magic, Dragon’s Word ‘k*ll,’ unfurls. A red thorn pierces through the Wood Golem’s torso.
Flying fragments scatter around.
Chunks of bark fall off.
Through these cracks in the broken shell, Park Min-ji’s ‘Full Moon Crusher’ and Park Ki-hyuk’s ‘Defy the Heavens’ sh**t forward.
White and Black.
The Pure White Sword Energy and the Darkness Sword Energy cross paths as they pass through.
With a thunderous sound, the Wood Golem crashes to the ground.
But the Wood Golem’s attribute is ‘Revival.’ It rises again, a shimmer of light signaling its resurrection.
But at that moment,
Park Su-hyeok was already in stance.
As the sword flashes from its scabbard,
Golden swords surged forth.
Geomho-ryu King
Equity without Favoritism
Object Attribute ‘Revival’ eliminated.
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For the fourth object, the attribute is “Physical Resistance.”
An attribute enhancing resistance to physical techniques such as martial arts, swordsmanship, and martial techniques.
For the Sword Master who specializes in swordsmanship, it’s a deadly attribute. However, we have more than just the Sword Master here.
While Park Su-hyeok and Park Min-ji distract the enemy, Park Ki-hyuk and Jin Yu-ri prepare.
The Wood Golem is locked in place.
As the target is set,
Park Ki-hyuk activates the sigil. A large Hexagram magic circle spreads across the area.
Magic energy flows tumultuously.
The space trembles.
The world quakes.
And amidst this quivering mana world, Jin Yu-ri pulls the threads of mana.
Combined Magic
Hurricane & Inferno
Storm Bringer
Object Attribute ‘Physical Resistance’ eliminated.
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Finally, the last object’s attribute is “Monstrous Strength.”
An attribute that directly increases physical power…
“d*e, you b*stard!”
Crash! Crash! Crash! Crash…!!
…that was it.
It existed, and now it’s gone.
Where do you think you’re flexing in front of me?
The Wood Golem, turned to rags by Park Ki-hyuk’s demons.
Object Attribute ‘Monstrous Strength’ eliminated.
It’s over.
Now let’s end this fight.
Four people soared into the sky, piercing through it.
Meanwhile, the expedition approached the ruined city.
The wooden structures that had collapsed were still on fire, while scattered pieces of metal still sparked with remnants of lightning.
Among them, though no one said it aloud, the expedition’s eyes were drawn to Jin Do-ha and Park Geon leading the way.
‘They turned it into a mess of stalks.’
‘…No wonder they’re not just any guardians. I can’t even dream of such abilities.’
‘They’re insane. They’re not just superhumans. They’re not even human!’
Though the others gave their all, the accolades for this battle definitely belonged to Park Geon and Jin Do-ha—those two were extraordinary.
Whether Park Geon, who rampaged like he was on a picnic through thousands of enemy lines, or Jin Do-ha, who summoned thunder for a full hour, both transcended the realms of normal human capability.
Then, from the far corner of the sky, four people flew toward them.
Park Su-hyeok, Park Min-ji, Park Ki-hyuk, the three siblings of the Swordsmanship family, and Jin Yu-ri.
“The kids are coming.”
“That’s right.”
Park Geon and Jin Do-ha said this casually.
They showed no signs of tension.
After all, even from the start, it seemed unthinkable that these four could lose or be injured.
But between them, a slightly different situation unfolded.
‘It hasn’t even been two days yet…’
He was inwardly astonished.
There was still six hours until the second day would end, right?
To defeat five objects in approximately 42 hours?
What exactly did they do? Were the objects weaker than expected? Surely, they didn’t quit and come back, right? Nah, probably not.
Even after thinking it over and finding it incomprehensible, Silver laughed faintly.
Commanders were often baffled by their monstrous fighting power.
Silver secretly resolved within himself.
‘Then after we get back, I absolutely have to summon the cards of these four.’
That’s a sure thing.
Meanwhile, the four had landed beside the expedition and naturally joined the front ranks.
Park Geon smiled his usual carefree grin and tapped his children’s shoulders.
“Good job, everyone.”
“No problem.”
At their father’s encouragement, Park Su-hyeok smiled faintly.
“It was easy.”
“Yeah, it was easy.”
Park Min-ji shrugged, and Park Ki-hyuk nodded in agreement.
While marveling at his children, Park Geon joked with a mischievous look on his face.
“If you’re tired, you can rest. Dad will properly take care of the boss…”
At that moment, as if on cue, the three siblings turned to look at their father.
What did you say? You’re going to eat the juiciest part alone? How far have you overstepped? Are you provoking us?
“Alright, alright. Why are you three looking at me like you’re ready to devour your father for a joke?”
“That was a terrible joke.”
“Agreed, Dad.”
“I was almost disappointed.”
“Hahaha! Sorry!”
Indeed, this was a fitting conversation for a household of combat enthusiasts.
If Kim Yeon-hee had seen this scene, she would have struck the ground and wept, lamenting, ‘You lot!’
Ahem, Silver cleared his throat and said,
“We’re moving faster than planned. Let’s take a quick rest while we check things over.”
With everything in order, the expedition arrived in front of a building that looked like the boss room.
The boss room resembled a religious facility.
Among the decorations that seemed crafted by human hands, the ‘Inverted Cross’ ominously gleamed.
“Open the door.”
Creak, the door opened.
White light poured in through a glass ceiling, illuminating the interior like the sun breaking dawn.
Wherever the light touched, there was red liquid.
“bl**d?”
It was bl**d.
The place was completely filled with bl**d.
Human bl**d mixed with monster bl**d formed a bl**d pool that covered the floor like a carpet.
And at the end of this bl**d-covered carpet stood the Archangel.
The Archangel, who carried a large cross on their back, stood there.
“Welcome. I’ve been waiting for you.”
As the Archangel stood up and brought the cross in both hands to chest level,
Flutter! Two pairs of wings on the right side.
Flutter! Two more pairs of wings on the left side.
In total, four pairs of wings unfurled.
“I am the Savior. I will save you.”
Boss.
Named Archangel, ‘Savior’ appears.
Lately, I’ve been thinking.
What kind of life was I living back then?
Studying magic, magic all day… conducting research whenever I had a moment to rest.
It was a repetitive life, boring to the point of tedium.
I rarely ventured outside, unless it was to visit the orphans at the orphanage.
Though I had a grand mansion, to me, it wasn’t a haven but merely a sleeping chamber.
As for friends, there was only old man… and old man… and old man was the only one. Later, I met the saintess, but she was more of a colleague than a friend.
Listing them out, it was truly a dry and monotonous life.
A solitary life without a place to rest my heart, or people to share it with.
If someone were to ask me today to return to that time, I honestly don’t think I could.
I’ve experienced too much emotion to return to that time.
The unwavering love of my mother, the hearty laughter of my father.
Even my brother Su-hyeok’s peculiar perfectionism and my sister Min-ji’s seemingly indifferent yet caring nature.
Not to mention, the bright smile of our Spring, who’s like spring itself.
Now, I smile often. Whether I’m doing magic or research, Spring is always by my side.
There’s no such thing as a dull and monotonous daily life anymore. It’s always fresh and enjoyable.
When it feels a bit boring, my phone rings. At the café, my friends wait for me.
Even though it’s not the grand mansion of my previous life, here, I truly find peace and rest.
Han Jun-woo, who’s obsessed with fried food, Princess Mary, the talkative Kim Ha-ni, and finally Jin Yu-ri.
Now, I’m not alone anymore.
I’ve gained so much around me.
Though it’s embarrassing to admit, I lack the confidence.
I lack the confidence to return to the solitary days of the past, to the relationships I had before.
Because of that, they are precious.
Even if it’s only to avoid returning to the lonely person I was in the past, I must protect the things around me.
With my own hands, with these two hands.
Even today, I protect my people.
Hiss!!
I struck down the demons.
The Boss ‘Savior’ raises the cross to block it.
Squeal-!!
The sound of metal grinding against metal, and sparks fly.
Strong. This is the strongest boss I’ve ever faced.
This is certain; by no means is that thing a 6-level boss. Just blocking Jin Do-ha’s magic, evading Father’s sword—it’s impossible for it to be a 6-level boss.
Our standoff continued.
My current role is the frontline tank, responsible for taking the brunt of the Savior’s attacks.
Then,
“Ki-hyuk!”
At Brother Su-hyeok’s call, I leaned back.
There was no need for him to explicitly explain the attack. I just sense it. Brother’s movements.
A golden streak of sword light passed before my face, slashing into the Savior’s waist.
But,
Clang!
It was blocked.
By an ice shield conjured instantly.
Still, had we glimpsed a moment of vulnerability? My sister’s white crane cut through the air. A flash of white lightning targeted a gap in the ice shield with impeccable precision.
However,
Crack!
It was blocked again. This time by the enormous cross.
The expedition’s magic descended. Debuffs that reduce stats, status-altering Mez spells along with offensive magic barraged down.
But the Savior paid no heed.
Still, when Jin Yu-ri’s Dragon Word ‘k*ll’ was unleashed, the Savior seemed to take notice.
The Savior, inflating its frame by expanding the two pairs of wings behind it,
What soon appeared behind the Savior was,
Halo.
The halo shines. A pristine halo made of ice crystals formed.
“I will save you.”
Elevating its voice, the Archangel charged directly toward me.
And I, without hesitation, charged to meet it.
If you challenge me, I’ll accept it.
Alright, come on! As we collided shoulder to shoulder, we quickly separated and raised our weapons.
The cross for it, demons for me.
“Come on, b*stard!”
I swung it wildly. Styles? Techniques? I erased all remembrances. Just instinctively yielding my body, I wildly struck the demons.
“How far?”
Clang!
“Can you withstand?”
Clang!!
“Let’s see!”
Klang!!
I’m someone who sticks to my words, even if the heavens split.
Since I’ve said I’ll protect, you won’t get past here.
With my legs planted firmly on the ground, I don’t step back even a single step. Even if the cross strikes my body, even if the icy breath of Ice Shift engulfs me.
Still, I hold my ground and jab the demons toward it.
I, at the forefront, withstood the Savior’s attacks with my entire body.
While enduring like so, I finally heard the awaited voice.
“Black Tiger, move back!!”
Silver’s voice.
I quickly disengage as directed.
But since we’ve played around this long, I can’t leave without leaving a parting gift.
All the space surrounding the Archangel shatters, and chains extend outward. Instantly, the Archangel is restrained.
And in that moment, the grand combined magic spell manifests.
50 members of the expedition combined to summon a massive bolt of lightning.
Grand Combined Magic
Judgment of God
To this, Jin Yu-ri adds water magic, creating synergy.
Aqua Cannon
Finally, I, along with Brother and Sister, attack from three directions.
Three beams of swordlight carve through in a straight line.
Golden light, white lightning, and black darkness cross over each other, passing through the Savior and leaving a deep slash mark on the outer wall before disappearing.
The halted Archangel.
“…”
“…”
“…”
A sudden silence engulfed the cathedral.
Then,
Thud.
The Savior finally collapses to the floor.
Boss. Savior silenced.
Gate entry day 25, hour 1, minute 7.
‘Red Gate’ cleared.
End.
It’s time to head home now.
