《Okane o Subete Sekai e Chikara - Money is Power in any World》Okane o subete sekai e chikara 32 - Ryuuji VS Garonte
Advertisement
Chapter 32 Ryuuji VS Garonte
After all, I couldn't hear what the boy had to say, shortly after meeting him, his energy dropped to 5 and he became unconscious. I remember that in TLO when your energy dropped below 5 it was red, although I don't think that has to do with this world. He simply fell asleep from fatigue. While you sleep your energy will fall much slower, so you are not in danger. I left him in the captain's care, he will surely wake up hungry.
Now I have to take care of the matter of Garonte, everything that happens from now on may depend on this, so I must do everything in my hands so that this meeting benefits me. That's why I only take Ryuuji and Ren with me, they can't understand the human language from here.
The meeting place is familiar to me, it is the red-walled building that we used as a reference as soon as we arrived. At that time I did not think much about the place, it just struck me that it was the only completely painted building. I guess not everyone can afford to spend money just to paint, and since I think about it, this building is a floor taller than the rest on the street, it's as big as the justice headquarters.
As soon as I approached the door, a guard met me, then guided me inside, to the second floor. Before climbing the stairs a couple of guards were placed behind us, watching over Ryuuji and Ren.
The strange thing is that after arriving which I believe is the room in which I will meet Garonte, the guards returned to the stairs. Do they intend to monitor the exit?
The room is quite simple, it has a table and a pair of sofas with space for three people each. A candlestick with glass tubes that contain that luminous substance. It should not surprise me that they use those outside of Galia, surely it's common, at least they are brighter than candles. Although I don't know their duration, I can assume they have a much longer lifespan as well.
There is a glass window, a luxury in this place as far as I have been able to see, at least I have not seen others in this city. The window surely doesn't worry the guards since the frame is made of metal and we are on the third floor.
Before there was time to take a seat, the interior door opened and a man dressed in elegant clothes and a cape was present, accompanied by someone wearing a metal armor that covers his entire two-meter large body. So this is Garonte ... I see why the guards left us, with such a guy no more security is needed.
"You must be Argent, the man I've heard about. I'm Garonte and this is my faithful guard, Barbatus".
Barbatus, uh ... Where did I heard that name before?
"As you said, I am Argent. They are my protégé Ryuuji and my confidant Ren. I hope it doesn't bother you if them accompany us. I can assure you that they will not intervene in the conversation, neither one speaks the local language, so we can speak with confidence".
Advertisement
"Well, that's very detailed of you. Barbatus speaks the language of the East, but he has all my confidence, I assure you he won't divulge anything".
It's interesting how the guy's aura is red since he started talking. It is the clear effect of > telling me that he lies ... Not as if I needed it to know, but confirmation is not bad. Well, it's obvious that he do not believe that they don't speak the language, but it doesn't matter.
"Well, leaving the companions aside, I must say that you wear clothes of a fascinating quality, I don't think I've seen anything like it before".
"I've traveled a lot, and I have a taste for buying things that get my attention. I hope I can find good use for my money here, I feel like there must be many treasures in a city like this".
"Direct to the point then ... Exactly, what do you want to buy?"
"Well, there are many things that could get my attention. In particular I heard there would be an important auction in a couple of days".
"Are you interested in slaves? It's not that I want to undermine the merchants of my city, but as far as I know, this time most of the slaves are peasants from the region. I don't think they can meet the demands of someone like you" .
"I will judge that with my own eyes. You never know where you will find the next wonder".
"I'll take your word, after all who would say that someone of your bearing would arrive in the city without prior notice. I have been told that you has spent huge amounts of money on frivolities".
"Speaking of frivolities, don't you think they were too many already?"
For an instant the man in armor seemed to want to step forward, but was stopped by the following words.
"Indeed, I think it's time to be serious. Who are you really?"
"Argent Makoto".
"... Do you mean it ... An Aristoi? Do you really want me to believe that an Aristoi entered the city without me knowing !?"
Once again the big man in armor moved slightly, reacting to the words of anger.
"Excuse me ... it was a moment of weakness. I hope we can continue".
"No problem, but apparently it would be better if we had our conversation directly, face to face ... Sir Garonte".
I said as I completely ignored the reaction of the cloak man and focused my gaze on the man in armor, on Garonte.
Suddenly, Garonte removed his helmet and revealed his face. It was the face of a man in his thirties, and despite having features that invited to think of a rough and tough man, they still had a certain air of elegance, enough to conquer more than one lady. It's the looks of a strong noble who commands his men himself.
"Tell me, how did you know?"
"Well, the fact that this man was so easily disturbed showed that he wasn't used to dealing with unexpected events, which isn't normal for someone who is at the head of a city where people from the underworld gather. Also the fact that on two occasions his answers came only after you moved, which implies that you was giving him a signal. Finally, it is inconceivable that he couldn't know the regularity with which people bribe the guards to pass discreetly through the city".
Advertisement
"Wow, said that way, it sounds as if all your reasoning is based on me being a capable man".
"I'm not flattering you, but not everyone acts with your speed upon learning that someone like me is walking through its streets. Besides, that's not all".
"And what else is there?"
"Your name, the name . It is the name of a warrior who lived long ago, the type of man who stars in fantasy stories one tell to children. Obviously it had to be a made up name".
Finally, but not least, I can see his name along with his stats thanks to my monocle, I didn't have to deduce anything, not even for a second he tricked me.
Suddenly, Garonte began to clap. A more raucous sound than normal, due to the clash of metal with metal, inevitable if clapping using gauntlets.
"Brilliant. Simply brilliant. I have no doubt that you has an intellect worthy of an Aristoi, not an ordinary man ... The rumors about you seem real after hearing you speak".
Rumors? I do not think that the merchants of the city have been able to discover more of me than I allowed them.
"Now I need to know, if you really are powerful enough to fight one of those red-dressed monsters".
What are he talking about? What he says sounds as if he knew what happened in Galia.
Did he have any other source of information that I didn't consider?
"What rumors are you talking about?"
"Oh, don't be surprised. It's something Iren soldiers said".
Soldiers of Iren !?
"You see, there is a group of soldiers from Iren looking for something in the city ... But that you already knew. What you might not know, is that they are regular soldiers. I know it is hard to believe for someone who has seen the monsters in red, but Iren's regular soldiers are, within all, relatively normal men. And as humans they are, they sometimes loosen their tongues while they are having fun in a bar".
Who would have thought that again I would see a bar be a source of information. Moreover, who would think that the filtering of my enemy's information would affect me?
... Naturally, me.
"And what did you hear from them?"
"Something that left me dumbfounded. They talked about something that seemed to be the top topic of conversation. About a man who beat an Acme commander, as if it were nothing".
For a brief moment, the expression on Garonte's face changed. Anyone else would not have noticed, but I can know what kind of shock those words caused him by seeing that it affects him just to repeat them.
Time to reap the sown.
"What makes you think that I could be that man?"
"It was the description they gave of the man. A young man with shiny and immaculate hair. Wearing ocher clothes with bright red and gold embroidery. A monocle with engravings, highlighting his intellectual appearance. And most importantly, such an amazing presence that nothing compares to him, generating admiration at every moment of seeing him".
"You flatter me. Although I certainly fit the initial profile, I don't know if my presence ..."
"I have no doubt, it is you. Seeing you reminds me of the Demon, although it doesn't provoke in me fear, only admiration".
"Have you seen him? The two-horned demon general".
"I will never forget him. His figure will appear in my nightmares until the end of my days".
"I would like you to tell me about him".
"I will, but in return ... I want a duel with you".
"Pardon?"
"I have seen with my eyes how intelligent you are, Lord Argent Makoto. I can believe you're an Aristoi, but I cannot believe that you are able to defeat one of those red monsters without seeing your strength myself".
"... Very well. But I can't just accept your challenge without knowing if you're worthy".
Suddenly, the man in a suit and cape who had been silent since Garonte took off his helmet began to scream.
"How do you dare!?"
"Quiet, remember that you are in the presence of an Aristoi. He is a person far above me. Just the fact that he allows me to challenge him is an honor ... What should I do to prove himself worthy?"
"You will face my protégé Ryuuji. I have supervised his training myself, I attest that he will not be an easy opponent".
"So I must defeat the disciple before I can face the master?"
"I didn't say he was my disciple ... But if you can't beat my subordinate, much less me. So, if you wants me to accept your challenge, you must beat Ryuuji first".
"So be it".
◆◇◆◇
Inside the justice barracks, in an arena prepared for the training of the justice officers, Ryuuji and Garonte observe each other. Around them were Argent, Ren and several subordinates of Garonte, including a dozen justice officers.
After receiving the signal, both advanced towards the other willing to collide swords. Of course, these were not the swords they normally carried, but the training swords used by justice officers. Under no circumstances would they let a difference in the quality of their weapons decide the fight.
Then, before everyone's eyes, their swords collided.
Advertisement
The Empty Valley Cries Unheard
The stories can be read at any order. Phew, this story was finally finished at last! What could I say, it was a hell of a ride when I wrote it from the beginning to end. Thanks for having me on RR :D All the current chapter had already done a run on Grammarly, so hopefully it'd be more readable. ...kinda feeling lazy so calling off the edits for now. A couple of old / new attempts of combining Horror, Comedy and Absurdist elements. I'm not very good at writing Horror stories but I'd like to try once in a while. Although the first chapter may be completely screwed up, believe me--I mostly write fluffy gay scenes between two girls. It would PROBABLY become a lot lighter as we moved up the chapter count. Not for the faint of heart, but if you're like me who like some absurd or nonsensical stories, this might be right up your alley. Sorry in advance if some of the chapters seem normal lol additional tags : nonsense / absurd / parody
8 168Evil God
Who is he? Why is he here? How did he get to this world? He doesn't know. What he does know is that he's a God now, and that human sacrifices are pretty tasty.
8 176Frost Iron Forge
A young man is transfered into the fantasy world of his dreams. Now this young plucking adventurer must overcome several obstacles, from figuring out what class he wants to be, to seducing the white haired elf girl he just met, to finally defeating the looming threat of the Demon King himself. Together with a loyal band, this man sets off to accomplish the ultimate power fantasy! 2000 years later, a young rebel rises up against a tyrant as the world falls deeper and deeper into a millenium long ice age. Markus is concerned with only one thing, defeating the Supreme One, and setting people free from his reign. This fiction is a little thought project playground I just write for fun. Warning to any new readers, it's not a typical power fantasy isekai story. Although I do plan on writing power fantasy stuff later in the fiction. I hope atleast a few of you would enjoy my writing. Updates every two days.
8 82Tales of Teleios
Born as a noble free-man, the only daughter of a lord, Arete of Syracuse was an ambitious young woman who would do anything to succeed her father's position. One day, her father was exposed of his secret movement attempted to overthrow the emperor... Tales of Teleios set in the ancient Greco-Roman. It is a very standard adventure, low fantasy, alternate historical story with common archetype and predictable storyline. It is a form of artistic expression. 🏳️🌈 LGBTQIA+ Content Tag 🙇 ESL Author 📖 A Very Brief Summary 📖 (Unavoidable Spoiler) This story is about Arete of Syracuse (the protagonist) who was on a journey to find a mysterious Teleios of Eretria. Travelling with her servant Matea, her maternal cousin Agave and a former hetaira named Pryne. Throughout their journey, they discovered the conspiracy behind the Emperor Nero's eugenic system. This story explores the topic of human advancement. Tracing the idea back to the Greco-Roman world, the idea of eugenicism started when humans attempted to achieve perfection through breeding enhancements. However, The Three Elders realised that they couldn't afford waiting on the natural process of evolution. Thus, they came out with the controversial idea of experimentation through the building up of monstrosities using different body parts of animals and attempting to achieve immortality through taking over the younger human bodies. Teleios means perfection, and the center of this story is about the journey of four very flawed characters: The protagonist, Arete was a skinny noble woman who was born premature and had amenorrhea. She was supposed to be drowned by the order of Emperor Claudius due to her imperfection. While Matea was born a perfect healthy person, but has had everything taken away from her. Agave who was born out of wedlock but was fortunate enough to be adopted into a noble family. And Pryne who was on her way to have a loving family but drifted instead throughout the world after making a decision that she deeply regretted and needed to overcome her sense of guilt along the way. The story will explore some of the most controversial topics which involved detestable ancient practices such as pedarastry, where as the Empress Sporus, being the victim of it, coping with her tragic experience through acceptance of the oppressor and her struggle for not being able to conceive. In summary, the topics were largely related to gender and sex. There will be violence and gore, as most of the fantasy works does. while the author here would like to inform the readers that this is not an erotica, nor it has any sentences that involve depiction of sexual activities. Therefore, this story is not for those who seek thrill on its sexual content. A dialogue of Empress Sporus: "The world itself abused us to a level unimaginable! Yet we have to learn to love the world! Simply to live! To make our life a little easier, a little happier. So what is wrong with that? Are you expecting me to go against the emperor when he is the one and only reason I became the empress?" Said Sporus.
8 321Being Human
When a Young Adult has to suddenly move across the country with his dad he ends up in the town of Beach City. Will his life be a mundane existence or will there be something in this town that turns his whole world upside down?
8 175Game on
"I think Y/N is pregnant with my child." he said it as if he was admitting that he had a disease.-"YOU CAN'T KEEP ME AWAY FROM MY SON!" He yelled as if he had any rights to claim my child as his.-"Then we will see what the court will say about this." He spoke angrily before walking out the house not forgetting to slam the door.
8 178