I Became the Guild Leader in Exile

97 – 4# The God of Thunder and the God of Mischief (5)

Isaac Silverter.

A man who didn’t know his limits.

That was Rocky’s evaluation of Isaac after confirming his actions. Even with the power granted by the gods, there was usually a limit.

Gods loved humans while also restraining them. They disliked the idea of their power being affected by humans. However, sometimes superhumans appeared.

Those who surpassed the limits set by the gods. The gods called them “superhumans” because they were close to being demigods.

“Nice to meet you, Isaac Silverter.”

That’s why gods usually didn’t like demigods. They were people who could wield power beyond what was allowed. If they were not careful, they might lose their position.

But Rocky didn’t care at all. Instead, he had a favorable impression of Isaac Silverter. The reason was that Isaac had directly saved his child.

In a world where many fakes existed, he was a man who could be called a true hero. So Rocky hoped that at least Isaac wouldn’t interfere with him.

“Did you come here after winning against Thor? That wasn’t an easy feat.”

Rocky, who often bragged about his abilities, acknowledged Thor’s power at least. Being the first-ranked knight meant being the strongest among all gods, excluding Odin.

So Rocky thought he could at least hold Isaac back for a few hours. Of course, in the worst-case scenario, Isaac might lose. But then Thor would also be in trouble.

That meant Isaac Silverter had also suffered significant losses. The current Isaac Silverter in front of him was not normal.

“Are you also going to stop me?”

“Yes.”

“That’s ridiculous. Aren’t you the leader of Gideon?”

As a leader, it was necessary to make sacrifices for the greater good. Even if it meant sacrificing someone related to you. You had to be able to turn a blind eye to the enemy’s sacrifice.

Otherwise, a weak sense of recognition would only threaten the community. That’s what Rocky was saying. I’ll take care of the law myself.

Why were enemies like you stopping me? Rocky couldn’t understand. If the situation were reversed, he would have welcomed it with open arms.

“I came here to save my family.”

“And?”

“And that family includes ‘father’ as well.”

“…….”

“I’ll ask you. Can the kids be happy without you?”

“That’s obvious.”

Roki nodded without hesitation. From the perspective of those kids, it was only right that I disappeared. They must have been expecting it from the start.

“Why?”

“Because they’re suffering right in front of me, and I couldn’t protect them. I failed to keep them safe!”

“So you’re saying the kids want you to suffer?”

“Isn’t that obvious?”

Even if I receive resentment, it doesn’t matter. No, I’d rather have them resent this pathetic father of theirs. That way, maybe the knot in their hearts will unravel a little. That’s what Roki truly desires.

“Then let’s hear the story from the parties involved.”

“……What did you say?”

“…Father.”

“!!!”

At first, I thought it was just bluffing. It wasn’t easy to bring all those kids here, so I thought it was just a stalling tactic.

But they were really right in front of me. My kids, whom I couldn’t forget even for a single day. Now, they’re standing before me. But Roki is also a god of considerable dignity. He quickly came to a conclusion about the situation.

I had to push them away somehow. I didn’t have the right to be by their side. I’m also a god, just like them. So, I’ll take responsibility and protect their future.

That’s what I should have done.

The kids and I just stared at each other, unable to say anything. There were so many emotions pent up, and so many things we wanted to say. But what they felt most was a sense of relief.

And even if it was just an act…

It was a long time since they could push away their kids who were clinging to them.

Roki wasn’t thinking lightly of the kids, either.

In the end, Roki couldn’t push the kids away and just hugged them tightly instead. It was a truly moving scene, a family reunion that was both awkward and touching.

“So, that’s why. There’s an obstacle.”

There aren’t many people who would interrupt a tearful family reunion. Either their heart is twisted, or the reunion itself is an obstacle to them. Ah, in this case, both apply?

Izak pulled out a sword from Bifrost and struck it with his fist. If Izak hadn’t intervened, the kids and Roki would have gone their separate ways.

If that had happened, the kids would have gone on a rampage, and public opinion would have branded Roki’s kids as monsters of the apocalypse. They would have strongly demanded their extermination.

And what’s more…

Many people would have died.

So, the opponent’s guilt is even greater. They knew what would happen, but they still tried to kill their father in front of their kids. Why? Because it would give them a reason to do so.

“Lord Odin.”

He wore an eyepatch and a robe made of raven feathers, holding a wooden staff in his hand. He looked like an ordinary old man on the surface.

But the last remaining glint in his eye was not human. The blindly devoted gaze that even made Izak shudder was not of this world.

“Step aside. I’ve come to take care of the apocalypse myself.”

Odin spoke, and just that one sentence made me feel like my shoulders were being crushed. Even Roki, who had descended upon the scene, couldn’t do anything and was just being crushed by Odin’s words.

“I refuse.”

But Izak openly defied Odin’s orders.

The atmosphere became even more intense.

* * *

Izak Silverter.

Odin had already investigated everything about the human who bore that name. He was a person who was praised to the skies by a god who was on the same level as himself, so it was only natural.

And after observing Izak Silverter, Odin came to a simple conclusion. He was undoubtedly a superhuman, an existence closest to a demigod. That made him even more dangerous.

That man didn’t dominate others. He stood on an equal footing with everyone, took the lead, and guided them. Of course, that wasn’t a bad thing.

In fact, he could be called the ideal human.

However, that’s not possible.

If you’re just ‘ideal’, you can’t avoid the impending doom.

To avoid the doom and save the world, you can’t help but sacrifice something. Even if it’s yourself. There’s no exception for Odin.

“That human is too dangerous.”

He has an extremely idealistic mentality and the power to put it into practice. It’s a case that has never existed in history.

Humans can’t just chase after ideals.

They chase after ideals, but eventually, they collide with reality and shatter.

After that, acknowledging reality is what it means to be human.

However, Isaac Silverter, a man, possessed overwhelming power and the love of the gods, and he distorted reality to realize his ideals. That means even the gods can’t stop him.

“But now…”

I want to kill him right away. However, I can’t. Right now, what’s behind Odin is Bifrost, and if that’s destroyed, all plans will fall apart.

Moreover, Isaac Silverter’s end is an existence that even Odin can’t measure. Even if this is the era of the gods, it’s not an opponent to be taken lightly. On the contrary, I need to be more cautious.

“The wounded beast is the most terrifying.”

Odin is a god of war and a god of victory. He has seen many humans until now and has sent some to their deaths with the Valkyries.

There are many humans who exhibit superhuman strength right before they die. Odin knows this, so he needs to be cautious. If that man becomes stronger here?

Then, it’s not just a matter of protecting Bifrost; I can’t even guarantee victory. Odin, who was calculating the probability of killing Isaac while protecting Bifrost, opened his mouth.

“Why don’t we end it here today?”

“End it?”

“Yes. I’m fine, but those behind you look like they’re struggling.”

“……Hmph.”

Isaac frowned. Of course, Fenrir and Loki are like that, but Yormungand and Helen are struggling to resist Odin’s divine authority. This is unavoidable.

“Okay, let’s retreat for now.”

“But don’t think this is the end.”

In the name of God Odin.

I will hold you accountable soon.