Swordmaster’s Youngest Son Novel

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Orgal stared at Paellito without responding.

[Orgal, why are you so surprised? You know that you were favored by Lord Zito the most.]

[...It's only natural to be surprised when you, who resisted Zito the most fiercely, say this.]

[Ah, those were the days. But while fighting Lord Zito, I came to realize something. Strictly speaking, it wasn't really a fight; it was thanks to Lord Zito's kindness that I could survive.]

[What did you realize?]

[I realized that the concept of a Sun God and its order is not as appealing as it seems. A world where everything is predetermined and perfect, looking back, it's quite a boring world, isn't it? That's probably why the Sun God met his demise. Our task is not to resurrect him but to create a new order.]

Orgal knew better than anyone what Zito's desired "new order" was.

Violence and suffering.

Zito perfectly embodied the image of what humans commonly refer to as a demon king, demon god, or ruler of hell. He believed that only violence and suffering could maintain the order and balance of the world, even considering it a form of entertainment.

Naturally, at that time, most demons did not agree with Zito's ideology. However, Zito used his overwhelming power to massacre those who resisted him, establishing his rule in the underworld.

And among those who were leading figures in the anti-Zito faction was none other than Paellito, standing before Orgal now.

Orgal couldn't help but be shocked by his defection.

'If Paellito had joined Zito... It means there are almost no more opponents against Zito in the underworld...!'

This was a key factor that explained the sudden awakening of Zito. If the entire demon world was following Zito, that uch manpower would have been invested to awaken his consciousness.

'But why did Zito's influence become so strong? When he and Ameris fell asleep, the underworld had certainly found peace. Most of those who followed Zito must have fallen into decline. So why this sudden change? Could it be that Paellito rallied the remaining followers and did something?'

Paellito smiled as if he could see through Orgal's thoughts.

[It seems you don't quite understand the reason for Lord Zito's revival. And that fact... doesn't seem to make you very happy.]

Orgal tensed up, his senses alert.

[It's regrettable. Lord Zito cares for you more than anyone else... yet you are rejecting him.]

[I didn't know you had a taste for enjoying pain.]

[I simply believe that the world needs a new order. What do you think of the surface world? It's probably not much different from the underworld. It's filled with all kinds of absurdities, and there are plenty of insignificant beings escaping their fate, right? We only seek to purify those things and make the world flow correctly.]

Paellito had defected, and it was almost certain that the underworld would be under Zito's rule. Orgal could only hope that the remaining anti-Zito faction in the underworld would still be meaningful.

[Now that I understand your intentions, my visit wasn't in vain. I'll be leaving now, Paellito. We'll surely meet again one day.]

[Stop, Orgal. I haven't given you permission to leave.]

Sreung...

A massive longsword formed in Paellito's hand as condensed purple magic flared, instantly dispelling the darkness.

[...Permission?]

Orgal drew his sword slowly as well.

[By rejecting Lord Zito's will, you've just become my enemy. Are you really willing to give up the chance to become the next ruler of the demon world, the King of the world, following Lord Zito's footsteps? Lord Zito still wants you.]

[If I desired such fantasies and power, I wouldn't have resisted Zito alongside you at that time.]

[You still can't let go of that foolish dream of resurrecting the Sun God.]

[Shut up, Paellito. It is the only way to make the world whole again. Violence and fear? Many monarchs in the human world pursued such simple methods. They never succeeded even once because it's fundamentally flawed.]

[A mere human can't be on par with the King of the demon world, Orgal. Now I realize that you were the one who put Lord Zito to sleep. If it weren't for you, we would have created paradise on the surface by now.]

[Paellito, there is only one thing I want to demand.]

[Demand... It's not an appropriate word, but go ahead. What is it?]

[Immutable division. Those who lived in the underworld will live only in the underworld, and those who lived on the surface will live only on the surface. If you can't accept this obvious condition, it will be war.]

[Haha...!]

Paellito burst into laughter so hard that it seemed he might break his back. Then, he suddenly wiped the expression off his face and swung his sword.

[You need to experience pain first until your mind clears up.]

Slash!

Paellito's sword grazed Orgal's cheek. In response, Orgal also left a wound on Paellito's shoulder.

'Is it the Demon Sword Bascala?'

Bascala, a forgotten memory, resurfaced in Orgal's mind.

It used to be Orgal's sword. A sword created directly by Zito through the power of the Sun God, it had the ability to seal the opponent's special abilities.

For example, it could block the power derived from contract with god or abilities like super-regeneration. Orgal could still feel the wound on his cheek that wouldn't heal.

[Bascala, the sword Lord Zito made for you. I feel really sorry for cutting you with this.]

[The fact that you have Bascala means that Zito has chosen a new successor.]

[Well, that's the position I want to be in. Lord Zito asked me to help you get hold of this sword again.]

[As long as it's just a gift.]

[You have a lot of jokes.]

Orgal actively chose not to retaliate against Paellito's attacks for now.

It wasn't the right time to fight him. If he sustains serious injuries now, the threat of the human world would become burdensome before Zito's return begins in earnest.

[Hoho, you've grown quite a bit. Do you really think you can handle me with that attitude? Have you really achieved that many achievements in the human world?]

Sword Demon.

It was the alias for Paellito in the underworld, as no other demon could surpass him in wielding the sword.

[Compared to back then, it's hard to believe. Seeing how easily you handle this level of speed, it's no wonder you could lead the fallen demons.]

The confrontation between them was still evenly matched.

The problem was Bascala, the Demon Sword, suppressing Orgal's abilities. While Orgal's wounds didn't heal at all, Paellito's injuries were healing before they even started to bleed.

Other abilities, including the authority of steel, were also blocked by Bascala's suppression. Orgal's only means of resistance against Paellito was pure swordsmanship.

Even that required reaching a transcendent level.

In Paellito's eyes, Orgal's sword was still incomplete.

[Well, I'll give you some praise. Lord Zito didn't choose you as his successor just because of your strength. It's no ordinary feat for someone who was once a lower demon to become this powerful. It's something that can only be achieved by transcending fate multiple times.]

Shing!

Paellito's sword left a gruesome mark on the ground. If Orgal couldn't avoid it, his body would have been torn into pieces.

But Orgal's first concern was the Demon Seal Wall. He felt that with each clash between his and Paellito's swords, they had a slight impact on the Demon Seal Wall.

[Don't worry about the Demon Seal Wall. If it could be broken so easily, I wouldn't have come here in the first place.]

[That's the first good thing I've heard from you.]

[But my patience is reaching its limit. You have lost a lot of your senses while dealing with trash, Orgal. I am an opponent you cannot defeat, even with all your strength. Remember the old days, this is as far as this swordplay goes.]

Paellito's eyes glowed purple.

And the moment their eyes met, Orgal had to endure the excruciating pain of his eyes being gouged out. It wasn't Bascala; it was Paellito's will that had blinded him.

'My eyes...!'

Without super-regeneration, Orgal's vision couldn't be restored. Orgal had to face the remaining battle solely with his senses.

Although he had reached the pinnacle of Mind's eye and Mind's blade in the past, his abilities were suppressed now. Orgal already felt the gap. He realized that in this state, he couldn't defeat Paellito.

[Wow... the Crimson Blade. You keep surprising me more and more, don't you? To possess such a valuable power.]

Paellito confirmed the crimson aura surrounding Orgal's sword, similar in form to the Blood Moon that Luna used against Andrei in the past.

Paellito displayed caution for the first time as he skillfully pressed Orgal.

[No, I think it was because of this sword that you were able to put Lord Zito to sleep. Were you hiding your strength even back then?]

Orgal didn't answer and managed to fend off Paellito's sword strikes. He had no energy left to respond. Bascala's suppression was now even stronger, making it difficult for Orgal to even breathe.

If all his abilities were blocked, he would have no choice but to face certain death, even if he didn't receive another fatal wound.

[Orgal, it seems like it's over now.]

In the end, Paellito avoided all of Orgal's final crimson blade and pierced his abdomen with his hand.

[Kuh…]

If it were Bascala that pierced him and not Paellito's hand, Orgal would have died instantly. He struggled to stay conscious and glared at Paellito.

There was no means left to resist.

'Damn it, how futile... our great cause. Can the vice-leader follow in my footsteps, facing the monsters of both the surface and the netherworld?'

However, Paellito had no intention of killing Orgal right now.

[With this, you should reflect on your arrogance in daring to wage war against the demon world. Orgal, if you can't even handle me, don't dare to oppose Lord Zito. It means to become Lord Zito's successor again and contribute to establishing a new order.]

Paellito tossed Orgal to the ground.

[Lord Zito's mercy is vast, but it's not eternal. I hope you make the right choice before Lord Zito's mercy turns into wrath, even if it's just for one day.]

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