The Dungeon Master's
Chapter 184 - The Scarlet
...Forgia City Square...
Moments have passed since Scarlet's crime was exposed. Everyone realized that all the monster attacks that occurred in the Farna Kingdom were Scarlet.
Despite trying his hardest to resist, Scarlet no longer had any steps. It is only natural that I have prepared everything carefully together with Arlond, Deus and Nico.
...Back to a few days ago in this virtual world…....
“Hmm…. Your plan does sound good Arlond. Utilize that identifying item to prove Scarlet's skill but…. Wouldn't if someone else used it on me that was a bad thing?” I asked while looking into the distance.
“That's the problem. If only you had something to hide…. No. gabe. Hiding your skills will only make everyone more suspicious of you.” Reply Arlond.
A few minutes have passed….
But the two of us who were busy discussing this matter inside the castle never found a solution.
Until at the end….
‘Dok! Doc!’
I heard a fairly light knock on the door. Behind that door, there was a pretty melodious sound.
“Come.” I said immediately.
‘Kreeek...’.
After the door opened, there was the figure of a very graceful woman with beautiful black hair. His pointed ears and fiery red eyes confirmed his race as a Vampire.
“Mr Eric. Some spies stationed in different cities hear about someone who is looking for you. His name is Nico.” He said while slightly bowing his body.
Hearing that name, Arlond and I were immediately surprised instead of playing.
“Nico you said?! Why is he looking for me?” I panic.
The vampire answered immediately.
“According to the explanation of some spies, He would like to meet with you to discuss about the problem named Scarlet.”
I was immediately surprised to hear that.
“Is he…. Realized it? At a time when the whole world chose to believe that I was the culprit…. As expected of a veteran MeTuber. All righty! I'll go see him! But before that.” I said as I looked towards Arlond.
“Hmm? What's up Eric?” Arlond asked in confusion.
“I've found a way to overcome that skill-identifying item. You just prepare the rest.” Obviously with a smile.
“Ah…. So anyway. Alright, I will return to the City of Forgia soon if so. See you later, Eric. I hope Scarlet will receive as much punishment as possible.” Reply Arlond.
“On that…. I actually just found out something in the real world. But nevermind. It was taken care of by my assistant. Now, let's finish this.”
...***...
...In One of the Cities...
...The Farna Kingdom...
...Night Days...
“Hmm…. Did I come too early?” Said the reddish-black-haired man. He was wearing a black robe that covered almost his entire body.
‘Tap! Tap!’
A person in a brown robe was seen walking in the dark alley.
“I'm sorry if it's too late. You're Nico?” My question's short.
“Ah, just relax. So you're Eric, right? Good though. I just want to know what really happened in this Kingdom.” Nico said as he pointed his small hologram camera at me.
I immediately explained everything in detail. Including almost my entire plan to expose Scarlet as the real culprit.
After hearing all that, Nico turned off his camera and started talking.
“So…. Huh…. I've guessed. I wonder why you said all that to me but…. This video I will never post. But instead..” Nico held back his words for a while until he finally spoke again.
“I want to have the leading seat in recording yourself as a Great Witch named Eric. If you fulfill that, I will assist you in carrying out this plan.” Nico.
“Thanks. Having your voice in the information world alone has saved me from all this trouble. The reason I told you all that…. Quite simple. I feel that you will help me.” I said with a thin smile.
Hearing that, Nico also replied with a smile and immediately walked away.
“Make sure you make it as lively as possible, Eric.” Nico said as he disappeared into the darkness.
...***...
...Back to the present…....
...Forgia City Square...
“With this Player named Scarlet has been found guilty! The court has decided to sentence the player named Scarlet to death! The penalty set was Log In Restriction for 90 days and confiscated all Items and Gold Coins he had!” Speak to the Judge very loudly.
Along with those words, there was a very loud hammer blow.
‘So my death has been decided huh? What's more... 90 days? I think that old fucking guy will really sell me this time..’ Scarlet said inwardly while smiling faintly.
The executioner immediately stepped up and prepared to untie the rope on the beam.
“Are you satisfied, Eric?” Scarlet said with a look I don't understand at all.
But I returned his words with something he did not expect at all.
“Take it easy. I just want to clear my name and reply to your actions. I have absolutely no personal grudge against you in the real world. No. gabe…. I just wanted to save you.” I whispered to Scarlet with a voice so soft.
Hearing my whisper, Scarlet seemed to be saying something. But before that could happen, the blade of the fountain had detached and cut off Scarlet's neck. Simultaneously, a system notification appeared before him.
[You have received the death penalty from the Court!]
[Your HP has reached the number 0!]
[You are dead!]
…..
[Asmodeus tries to take your Skill!]
[You are dead!]
[Cannot do anything!]
[Can't resist taking the Skill!]
[Unique Skill: Imitator has been successfully taken by Asmodeus!]
[The entire imitated Skill has been lost along with the loss of Unique Skill: Imitator!]
[Prepare to move consciousness!]
‘Hahaha…. Even after I die…. But…. What does he mean by that? Saving me?’ Scarlet asked in her heart. Before his entire body turned into a beautiful white light, he had a chance to glance at me with a smile wrapped in sadness.
I gave a serious look to her while slightly nodding, as if knowing what Scarlet was thinking.
...***...
...Nishinari, Japan...
‘Bsssss...’.
The sound was heard along with the opening of the low-quality VR capsule. Behind the door, there was a figure of a girl with hair that was dyed to be a little reddish-black.
“Hah…. In the end I also remained a trash, even in the game world where I could vent se...”.
‘Braak!!’
Before he could finish the words to himself, there was a sound of such a loud blow.
The girl slightly closed her eyes in shock. He immediately stood up and turned on his room light.
It looks like a terrible room. Rubbish accumulates in the room measuring 2 x 2 meters. Not only that, the bed is just a thin sheet of cloth that looks to have been torn in some parts.
‘Klek!’
The girl opened the door of her room immediately.
“Useful boy! I've called you hundreds of times and you didn't even come out soon?!” Shouted an old man who was quite fat and a somewhat bald head.
“I'm sorry. You know I was...”.
‘Bruukk!! Derrr!’
The old man hit the girl hard in the stomach until she was thrown and hit the wall.
“Uhukk.. Kugghh...” The girl coughed uncontrollably. On his thin and pale lips was a faint blood flowing.
“You've been working long enough, right?! You must be making a lot of money right?! Then quickly grab everything and give it to me! And never think of escaping! If you do even the slightest action...”.
“I understand. I'll pick it up soon so wait here.” The girl cut her words.
“Good! Then get out of front of me!” Shouted The man as he immediately went and picked up a bottle of drink.
The girl immediately changed her clothes and washed her face. At the time of stepping out of the house….
“Kakk…. Will be back, right?” Say a little girl who may only be 7 years old.
“Tan easy…. Brother will definitely be back.” He said as he stroked his sister's head. He noticed a small necklace made of metal on his sister's neck.
'If such a thing never existed....' Say it in the heart.
After that, he immediately went out and closed the door of his house. Although…. It is not feasible if it is called a house and is more like an apartment. Yes, a very slum apartment with very minimal facilities.
At the front of the door, there is a board with the name of the occupant. One of them was the girl who had just left the house.
‘Akemi Takahashi’