THE BLACK GOD OF DEATH
CH. 126

Xi along with the others continued their journey towards the Snow Country. On the way there was not a single monster inhabiting the Snowy Area blocking them. It was already like the monsters had been ordered by someone not to interfere with Xi's group's journey.

At that moment, looking at their current situation, Airis spoke "It was shocking, Not as usual. There will usually be monsters blocking us. This is really a miracle. " She said.

Hearing that, Astia said "Ohw, do you expect monsters to come and attack us? " Reply Astia asked Airis.

Airis was a little surprised to hear that question. Panically, Airis answered "No... Not like that! I am so grateful that there are no monsters standing in our way. That way we will quickly arrive in the Snow Country. " Answer Airis.

Everyone laughed at the panicked Airis as Astia answered the question. Even Xi smiled slightly as he shook his head. But what Airis said was not wrong. This makes a strange feeling to Xi who usually always encounters problems everywhere. Most problems happen because of themselves.

" It's strange when there are no monsters in the way... " Murm Xi in her heart while walking closed her eyes.

When Xi muttered there was an explosion that shook the surface of the snow. Unknowingly, a huge block of ice appeared not far in front of them. In the place where the ice block appeared, there was also the sound of noise and the thumping of the sound of a lax shield. Yes, it was a source of sound from the fight that took place.

" What's going on? " Say Airis who was surprised by the vibration he felt earlier.

" I don't know... But I think it's the result of a magic attack. Look up ahead there, there was no ice block in the way before. " Astia said, pointing to the front where the ice block was.

Meanwhile, Xi flatly muttered in his heart "Your mouth is your tiger... I didn't think it would happen right away. " Murm Xi.

" I we go over there and check it out. " Say Xi, invite the others to check out what is really going on there. Like something bad happened because there was a powerful magic attack that shook the land.

They rushed to run in the cold.

Meanwhile, Yumiko who was fighting against a group of monsters who arrived suddenly became aggressive was very difficult. The number of monsters was very large and had extraordinary strength. The monsters were Ice Trolls, Snow Wolves, Snow Stalkers, Sword Penguins, Snowmen, and Yetis.

[Monster : Ice Troll ] Rank : C - B+ Level :45 - 65. Exp :6,000 - 12,000. [The humanoid monster is 2 meters large and has regeneration speed. Almost all over his body was covered with thick white hair, and on his back grew an ice taper like a thorn. ]

[ Monster : Snow Wolf ] Rank : C - C+. Level: 40 - 50. Exp :6,000 - 9,000. [Beast Type Monsters that live in groups. Apparently very similar to wolves in general, but has blue eyes that shine brightly. Its thick, silky fur allows this type of Beast to survive in the cold even during a blizzard. ]

[Monster: Snow Stalker ] Rank: B. Level 70. Exp :15,000. [Beast-type monster, a combination of a wolf and a mole. The body is a wolf and the feet are the legs of a mouse. Has the ability to hide their existence behind the thick snow and likes to prey on his opponent from underground. ]

[Monster: Sword Penguin ] Rank: B. Level 70. Exp :15,000. [Beast Type Monsters, look like Penguins in general are cute. However, having his wings/hands very sharp, as sharp as a sword. It is a very ferocious predator and likes to prey on Beasts or humans who are weaker than it. However, they can often kill opponents who are stronger than them by gnawing at them. ]

[Monster: Snowman ] Rank: C. Level 40. Exp :6,000. [It is a derivative monster of the Ice element type. This monster was humanoid and as tall as an adult. Snowman does not have a strong attack even his attacks tend to be weak. However, it has dangerous special effects. When Snowman is killed/dead, his body will explode and his radius reaches two meters. Anyone who was in that area would be exposed to a frozen debuff for 5 seconds. ]

[Monster: Yeti ] Rank: B - B Special. Level 80 - 90. Exp 12,000 - 29,000. [A primate-type Beast Monster who really likes to live in a cave. Yeti is very strong, his wide hands are able to grasp large blocks of ice and can be destroyed easily. Her dense hair allows the Yeti to survive in extremely low temperatures, and her thick skin helps to prevent sharp weapons from injuring her. The Yeti is a very clever primate monster, and its intelligence is no less than that of an adult human. ]

The number of monsters that gang up on Yumiko is huge. Although these monsters were still below Rank Yumiko, but since they were basically living in a snowy area, their strength would increase when they were in a cold area. It's like the monsters gain special abilities like a domain.

There, there are many monsters that have been frozen because of the magic released by Yumiko. The effects of the magic were powerful and terrifying, even killing Rank B monsters with ease. However, by casting such magic, Yumiko fell into a limp. The energy consumption needed to freeze the area is huge. It requires about 60 - 80% of its energy.

Yumiko who had reached her limit was approached by several Yetis carrying large blocks of ice on their backs. When they were close to Yumiko, the Yeti threw the blocks of ice to kill Yumiko.

Seeing that Yumiko was about to dodge. Something like a large block of ice could not possibly be able to hold it back.

Yumiko forced herself to stand up. In his heart he said "I should avoid it... Otherwise I could have been killed by those blocks of ice. " Murmurm.

With a small rarity, Yumiko tried to avoid it. But because his body was limp and had exhausted a lot of energy making his legs tremble. Unexpectedly there was a stone under his feet that made him stumble while walking. It immediately made him fall limp on the ground.

" I've run out of energy... I can't stand up anymore. " Yumiko said slowly and desperately. Yumiko closed her eyes with a few tears. In her grief Yumiko misses someone and is eager to meet him. In his heart he said "Did I end up here? But... What is this feeling? My heart hurts so much when I think about it, it's like I'm going to lose someone and never see him again. " So he said while grieving for himself. " If this is the end of me... Just once for the last time. I want to see her again... Just once... "

In a heart filled with sadness, Yumiko can only pass when blocks of ice hit her. Beams - blocks of ice that hit it very hard to make snow on the ground fly in the air.

The Yeti laughed out loud when he saw the blonde woman die from being hit by the blocks of ice he threw. They were very happy when killing a desperate person in such a pitiful manner.

Without them noticing something very fast crossing them. At that time everything that was passed by the figure was all cut - cut. Everyone who saw this was shocked. Not only that, even the monsters were silent to see it.

Yumiko was confused and felt strange. " why... Am I dead? " Say it in the heart. Curious about the truth, Yumiko opened her eyes slowly to see what was happening. Canapa blocks of ice thrown by the Yeti did not fall on him.

When Yumiko opened her eyes, she was very surprised by the glassy eyes. Saw a very familiar man carrying himself. Seeing the man made Yumiko's heart feel happy.

Tightly Yumiko hugged Xi who was holding her. " It's really you, isn't it? Is this maybe just a dream? " Say Yumiko while crying. Feeling the warmth of Xi's body and the heartbeat she could hear clearly, made Yumiko convinced that what she saw was not a dream.

Seeing that Xi just smiled and let Yumiko take off the longing in her arms. Simultaneously, Xi continued to move and fight against the monsters that were there. Using his katana named Sannoha, Xi defeated every monster that moaned him. By utilizing his dark ability, making the movements of the monsters become limited. It was easy for him to defeat them.

Xi also did not fight alone. There are his comrades and also the guards who come with him Yumiko helps herself to defeat all the monsters. By cooperating with each other, they can all defeat every monster.

Everyone here was shocked to see the cooperation of the party helping them. Not only powerful, but every attack was nothing in vain.

" extraordinary... Who're they? "

" I don't know but, at least they're A Rank to the top. No, they might be S rank. "

" Is this the greatness of the cooperation of the high-ranked adventurers? It was incredible. I can't follow in their footsteps with my eyes. "

Everyone was amazed to see the action shown by Airis, Astia, Yanzams, and Glammy.

It was not only the soldiers who were amazed by the abilities of the group. But the witches were amazed to see the incredible magic abilities of Astia and Yanzams. Two different types of magicians work together to form a powerful magic attack that can directly subvert the enemy.

" What was light magic? I didn't know that light magic was that powerful. "

" Amazing, the magic is powerful. The spell was also very fast. It can even be counted as not reciting a spell. "

" Today my eyes are open. I could see the light and demonic magic coming together. I think that kind of thing is impossible to do in this world. I think my argument all along was just bullshit. "

Yes, they were very amazed by the abilities of these young people. At a young age, they have incredible strength. It is clear that this causes envy to those in the older generation who were unable to reach this level at a young age. Even until now they had not touched half of their level.

" Young people today... Their talent is too terrible. "

" I wonder if they are geniuses or monsters? "

Despite having great talent and extraordinary, often does not cause something happy or fun every day. There are days or times when extraordinary talent makes people feel afraid of that talent. There are always unnecessary ugliness and worry in the eyes of others.

At the same time Yumiko was still in Xi's arms holding her. At that time Xi felt awkward and also happy, but there was a feeling of shame as well that made him uncomfortable.

" eee... Princess, I think it's enough to hug me right? " Tanya Xi to Yumiko who was still tightly hugging him. Yumiko who heard the question opened her eyes in surprise. " You know... It's a little embarrassing to see so many people. " Subsequently Xi.

Yumiko's face flushed red when she realized everyone was looking at the two of them making out. Seen from the facial expressions of everyone who pretends not to see the intimacy of the two. It was as if they knew nothing and saw nothing.

Xi dropped Yumiko who was in his carry. With a feeling of embarrassment, Yumiko could only remain silent while lowering her head. Everyone who saw that laughed.

" ye, eto... Sakaki's... How did you get to this place? Are you lost? " Task Yumiko to Xi. Although still embarrassed, but he tried to melt the atmosphere.

" Not really, we're here because of my desire. And it just so happened that I saw an explosion on the way. So I came here and accidentally saw you in danger. " Answer Xi in a light voice.

Yumiko was quite surprised because Xi said that she saw him in danger and she came to his rescue. Yumiko was really impressed by the courage of Xi who was willing to enter the lion's mouth to help her.

After hearing all that, Yumiko asked Xi the purpose of coming to the snowy area. " Thank God you're not lost but... May I ask? " Say Yumiko. He asked Xi for permission to ask him something.

" Of course, what do you want to ask? " Reply Xi to Yumiko.

" Well, if you don't get lost then you have a destination, right? Where are you guys going? " Task Yumiko to Xi.

Xi answered him easily "Before leaving, of course, you have to think about the destination. Our goal is to go to the Snow Country, so we want to visit there. "

Hearing Xi's reply made Yumiko very surprised. The place Xi wanted to visit was the place where he lived. Yumiko also felt that Xi's meeting with her now was because fate wanted to bring them together.

It was like fate answering to Yumiko's wish earlier who wished to meet Xi again. Yumiko blushed in shame at the hope she held up every night, not expecting it to come true today.

Seeing Yumiko arriving - arriving silent with a face that was flushed like a tomato - left Xi bewildered. " What happened to him? Did I say something wrong? " Tanya Xi to herself while raising next to her eyebrows.

Yumiko realized that she was daydreaming with a strange face. It made her even more embarrassed and hid her blushing face behind both palms while saying in her heart.

" What - what the hell I was thinking earlier, it was so embarrassing. Dreaming in front of a man... That's a little embarrassing. " She said.

Xi looked at everyone - the person Yumiko was carrying. They appear to be wearing an iron armor that is thick enough and covered by thick skin that gives a sense of warmth to the body.

Realizing that such goods do not exist in other countries where the nominal temperature is always warm, it is certain that such armor comes from snowy areas and becomes one of its characteristics.

Xi also now understands that Yumiko is from this region, only that she does not know which country Yumiko is from.

Because Yumiko lives in the Snowy Territory, she certainly knows the countries in the Snowy Territory. Xi spoke and asked Yumiko to help him go to the Snow Country.

" Yumiko, do you know where the Snow Country is? If you know I'm asking you to help us get there. I think it would be faster if the local people showed the way. " Say Xi asked Yumiko.

Yumiko happily accepted the request from Xi. " It just so happens that I live there, so I don't mind showing you the way. " Reply Yumiko.

" Let's go now. " Subsequently Yumiko led the way to go there.

Everyone nodded in agreement and went to follow Yumiko from behind. Because Yumiko is very familiar with this place, unlike Xi and others even though they have used the help of the maps system. Yumiko is able to guide them to the right path and avoid any dangerous places that could put their lives at risk.

Places - places that are avoided is a place that always occurs blizzards, gray ice forest inhabited by a lot of monsters Beast or Bird is very strong and dangerous, the, and the poisonous ice bogs whose temperature was so - so cold that it could even kill a Rank S monster froze to death within minutes.

On their way, Yumiko explained about the three places they had just avoided.

First is the Snowstorm Region, a place where frequent blizzards occur. Every day changes, the snowstorms that swirl there will always change - change. Either it would be an ordinary snowstorm, or even a deadly magic snowstorm. Often the place can snowstorm as much as 2 - 3 times a day. And there was a place that was always watched by the Ice Elf tribe as their hunting ground.

The last one is poisoned ice. A region that looks like a swamp - a swamp frozen in the midst of a blanketed snowstorm. Everyone agreed and set the place as the most dangerous area and should not be visited. Even for the monsters, only a handful of them could survive. Even people with Rank S and 5 world heroes had a great risk of death. Said by Yumiko according to the history she had heard, poisoned ice swamp became home to a creature whose Rank exceeded Rank S. And the creature is referred to by people as Legendary Beast.

" We've arrived. Welcome to the Snow Country. " Say Yumiko. As a resident of the Snowy Country, Yumiko warmly welcomes people who come to visit her country.

Everyone who saw the beauty and peace was astounded, what else was accompanied by the falling snow dew added to the senses in everyone's sight.

Everyone who saw the beauty and peace was astounded, what else was accompanied by the falling snow dew added to the senses in everyone's sight. It became one of the scorching forces for everyone around the world against this country.

Yumiko, Xi and the others entered the gate of the vocabulary. At the gate as usual there are several guards guarding the gate. Their job is to prevent suspicious people from entering the city, and to solve a problem when it occurs at the city gate. It was like an invasion or monster invasion.

After passing the identity check at the gate, they all entered into the city. The first thing they saw from this city was a roof of a building covered by beautiful white snow. It is like it has become the hallmark of every house in this country. Snow that almost fell every day, that's what makes every place always covered by cold snow.

Houses covered by thin snow do look beautiful and spoil the scenery. However, Glammy was astonished by one thing, so he decided to ask Yumiko.

" Ee, miss, is it okay to let the snow cover the roof of the house? Will the roof of the house not fall? " Task Glammy to Yumiko. The question was also the same as his colleagues, they were also curious whether such a thing did not cause any problems.

Yumiko smiled at the question from Glammy, she explained to them all why all the buildings in the country are always covered by snow and do not collapse because of the snow that accumulates.

" All buildings will certainly collapse if they bear a burden that is too heavy of the burden that should be. The reason why all the buildings in the country are still good is because we always clean the roof every three days. Under normal conditions the country rarely experiences blizzards, so such a routine has become a habit. But it will be different story if there is a blizzard, after the blizzard is finished, everyone will definitely tidy up their silence even without asking for it. For the problems asked by you, everything is fine and there are no final problems. " Yumiko explained to them all who were new people.

" It turns out like that... I think it's going to be a roof problem that breaks down every day. Apparently there is no yes... " Glammy.

Yumiko could only smile awkwardly in response to Glammy's words. What Glammy said was actually true, there were reports every day of the roof of someone's house with holes. And it has become commonplace for every house in this snowy region. However, Yumiko is reluctant to tell Glammy that, feeling that it is too embarrassing to tell.

" Let's go inside. " Slightly Yumiko to the others.

Everyone nodded in agreement and entered the city under the guidance of Yumiko, who already knew the city.

On their way in the city, Yumiko is seen who can talk with Airis and Glammy. Seeing that made Xi calm down and not worry about any trouble between them.

" It looks like Yumiko or the people in this city have no prejudice with the age of animals. From what I've seen so far, I think they're familiar. " Xi said in his heart. Unbeknownst to them, Xi had been watching them ever since. As Yumiko and the others are very cool to share stories so they are not aware if they are being observed.

As he walked Xi said in his heart "For it has come here... Like he had to find a place to live. Kira - guess where is the inn? " Xi was planning to look for an inn as a place for them to stay for a while. Xi does not plan to stay in the country forever, as he still has other goals that he has to achieve.

While on the way, Xi smelled a very fragrant aroma of cooking. Smelling the aroma of cuisine that feels good in his mind, makes him become interested to try the food in this city.

" it seems like it's time to eat. " Said Xi in heart.

Suddenly he heard the sound of stomach rumbling quite loudly. And that surprised him a little. He also found out who it was. Hearing from his loud voice like that person was not far from them, or maybe it was one of them.

All of Glammy's manatap with a strange look. Glammy just stayed in place and lowered his head. His face was flushed and ashamed of being noticed by the others.

To others such a thing may seem disrespectful. Xi did not dispute that, however. Because actually he is also hungry and hungry to eat anything since the trip here with Yumiko.

" It looks like you're hungry, how about we get some food first. I happen to be hungry too. " Said Xi. Invite them to eat. Eating - good and fresh food after a long trip is something of a great pleasure that they can feel.

Hearing that everything was instantly excited, and without a second thought they all agreed with Xi's proposal.

Seeing those who were excited and impatient made Xi become even more excited and happy. Xi offered them what they wanted. They can all choose the food they want to eat.

" What do you want to eat? " Task Xi to all of them.

" I want warm mushroom soup. It was so nice to enjoy this cold day. " Astia.

" Meat! I want Meat! " Saut Airis with great zeal.

" Because I may choose I will choose lamb. " Glammy.

All of them choose food according to their wishes and opinions. On the other hand, Xi also did not mind in the slightest. It was because he was the one who decided to go out on their own to choose the food they wanted.

While Yumiko felt surprised as well as astonished.

" I heard from Airis, he said that they were all Xi's subordinates. But why would they choose something they just want? This apparition was no longer like a master and a servant, but something different... " Yumiko muttered in her heart. What he saw was nothing like what he had imagined. Usually those who carry out the contract of master and servant can not do as they please even though the master does not forbid it. Everything will have limits. But what he saw was not the treatment of masters and servants, but the treatment of a fellow.

Seeing her made Yumiko happy and feel uneasy. Whatever he saw from Xi was always admirable. Xi was completely different from everyone else and really did not disappoint him. His feelings about Xi were entirely true, and he was subconsciously enchanted with Xi's sincere smile.

" Excuse me sir! " A voice that sounds like a woman is calling someone.

Airis, who realized that call was for Xi, told Xi.

" Mister, as he called you. " Say Airis while pointing towards a beautiful woman wearing an apron.

Looking at the clothes the woman was wearing, Xi concluded that she worked in a food store.

" Sir, it seems that you and your comrades are newcomers to this city. If you don't mind coming to my place, come and taste the food here! I guarantee you will not be disappointed. And of course half-animal humans are also welcomed in our shop. " The shop's crusher woman offers Xi to stop by her shop and taste the dishes in her shop. The woman was so confident in her promotion and convinced that her cooking must be delicious and worthy of consumption.

" In some places in the previous city, half-animal humans were treated so badly that they were considered disgusting and were always seen as unworthy slaves sitting at the same table as they were the humans. Well, it looks like this place is a good choice for the first time. And here the demi-humans won't be treated badly. " Murm Xi while walking following the woman and being followed by the others.

When she reached the store, she was talking to a man whose right hand had just been treated. There were some used bandages and some medicinal ointments on the table. Like the man was one of the soldiers Yumiko had brought before, and this diner was her family's income.

The man said to the beautiful woman in front of him "They are the people I told you about. He was with some of his fellow girls who saved our team from the monsters. " Say the man.

The woman finally understood why she had asked her to recommend her shop to them. It was as an expression of his gratitude for saving him from the spearhead of death that almost took his life.

" Thank you for saving my father. Please come in, today we will serve you until you are full. " Say the beautiful woman sweetly.

Xi and the others finally walked into the store and took a comfortable place for them to sit down.

They start ordering food according to what they want and as long as it is on the menu as well. After they ordered what they wanted, the woman left and started cooking in the kitchen.

The aroma of spices cooked from the food they ordered smelled up to the table they sat down. The aroma is so delicious it makes everything more impatient to taste the dish.

" Thank you for waiting, here's your order. I added your portions more than usual. Please enjoy. " Said the shopkeeper. Serving all his dishes on the customer's table.

The food is in front of their eyes, Airis looks impatient to eat the food - the food that looks so delicious. The distinctive aroma of the spices from the dishes on the dining table makes wild water fill the mouth.

" Don't just look at it, let's eat while it's still warm. It will taste less if this food gets cold. " Said Xi.

Everyone held their cutlery like spoons and forks. Start taking their own orders and they greedily eat them.

A waiter came to their table and served one meal they did not even order. He put it on the dining table politely, and before leaving to leave them, the waiter said.

" Warm ice lizard heart. The boss said this was a bonus for you. " The servant told them.

" Okay, thanks. " Reply Xi casually while eating her food.

The waiter left their table and let them enjoy the food they ordered. With the bonus, they are more eager to enjoy the food.

While eating they also chatted about some things about snowy areas and dangerous locations that people rarely visit. Not only ordinary adventurers, but people from the nobles did not want to visit these places because they were too dangerous.

Yumiko told them that once there was a noble from the land of Ice Flower Palace went to visit the SnowPoin Temple with all his strength. A thousand soldiers he sent to conquer the Temple with adventurers who were interested in his expedition.

When they reached Sniwpoin Paste some of the soldiers under him were ordered to check the Temple first to ensure the danger or not. While some of the soldiers set up tents to spend the night there while waiting for the group of one who entered first.

When Group one entered the Temple, a thick fog of ice suddenly appeared and covered the temple until it was not seen. Everyone who witnessed the phenomenon was extremely shocked and astonished. An enormous patch disappeared in a minute when his comrades went inside.

The paste had completely disappeared like it was buried under a very thick snow. Everyone is confused by this incident. However, they still keep their trust in their colleagues who are in there.

About 300 troops along with several captains were present with the group. They believe group one can overcome the problems that come to them.

But their trust was taken for granted when the thick fog disappeared and resurfaced the Tempel Snowpoints to the surface. When they appeared, they saw that their friends who had entered had turned into starving zombies that aggressively attacked them without warning.

" What happened to that group of nobles? " Task Xi to Yumiko.

" I don't know for sure because the information is limited and also covered by the state. What was clear was that the expedition failed miserably and not a single one of them knew what was inside the temple. Whether it's a legendary weapon or a beast nesting there. Or there is also a kind of cut that curses the place so that everyone who enters it turns into Zombies. " Answer Yumiko.

Xi also did not know the truth so he just kept quiet. To think that it happened because of a curse, it was impossible. Regarding that, Xi asked Yumiko something.

" If I may ask, what is a royal princess doing out there until she is in danger. Wouldn't it be nicer and safer if you were in your palace? " Task Xi to Yumiko.

Yumiko responded by answering "Aaa, if that is... Actually I was sent out by my mother to find out about the surveillance team that arrived - just disappeared. However, when we searched for her we found nothing so we decided to go back. It's just that on our way home we were ambushed by monsters like the ones I saw earlier. "

" I am grateful to have survived the danger. Thanks to you I survived and this... It was the second time you saved me. " Yumiko. " But I didn't expect you to make it this far in just a short time. You really have changed... Either it's just my gut feeling or you're a little changed. "

Xi looked at Yumiko with a puzzled look on his face. Saying that he had changed made her have a strange feeling. Xi felt that he had not changed in the least, whether it was his former or present self. Xi really felt that there was no change other than his strength growing stronger.

However, Yumiko's words were well responded to by Airis who had been following Xi for a long time. Airis also felt that her master had changed slightly. Not only from strength, but his nature is also getting better than before.

" What he said is true... It used to be that master was a terrible person and looked like a starving beast. No matter who it was if he felt bad or uncomfortable he would kill him. I can't say that master has changed completely, but I can tell that his old nature has faded a little. Either this is gonna be something good or bad for her but... I always pray that this is a good thing for him... No, it's a good thing for us. " Saying Airis in his heart. Watching all the terrible scenes every day together with Xi who is like a beast rather than a human, now his feelings have changed from before. Who used to be always worried about the nature of his master now he is more confident in his nature now.

His face shriveled strangely, saying to Yumiko in a slow tone. " Where have I changed? Like Aki didn't feel anything about it? " Said Xi.

Yumiko responded with her sweet little laugh. And just laughed and didn't answer Xi's question at all. It also makes Xi can only be silent looking at all of them who are laughing at him.