Several hours had passed since Adam White went to get permission. Meanwhile, Izuku has also just finished his tour in I-Island and is currently waiting for Adam at a cafe.
Not long after, Adam returned and immediately approached him.
" Hunter Izuku "
" Oh! Mr. Adam, how was it? "
" We managed to get the permit "
" Really? Then when can we go? "
" We can go now if you want "
" Good, let's go now "
" yes, then this way please "
Following Adam, they got back into the car and headed to a research building in the city center. Izuku who saw this looked at the building a little confused before Adam started to explain it to him.
" This is a research building devoted to gates and monsters. "
" I didn't expect this place to have a research site for monsters. "
" Since this place is an island specifically for researchers, of course, there is a special place for researching monsters and mana stones. Apart from that, this place is the first monster research facility since the gate first opened. Many great items have been made here and are still used by world-class hunters "
" I see, and this is where Kamish's body is also kept. "
" That's right, come, I will guide you inside. "
Adam led the way again, leading Izuku into the building. There they were greeted by a researcher who was waiting for them. The researcher introduced himself as the building manager. After a brief introduction, the building manager then took them on a short tour through several facilities in the building while giving a brief explanation of the facilities there.
After the short tour, the building manager took them to a special elevator that took them underground. As soon as they entered the elevator, the building manager took them to the lowest floor of the building.
Seeing the many facilities and elevators leading underground reminded Izuku of the old Hunter Association building. He wondered how they were doing since the place was now an item-making workshop for Hunters. He also wondered how workshop head Hiroki was doing since it had been a while since he last saw him.
While Izuku was thinking about visiting Hiroki after his work was done, the group finally arrived at the bottom floor of the building. As soon as the elevator door opened Izuku could feel the thick mana spreading in the air. The building manager once again guided them inside. While they were walking, the manager gave a brief explanation about Kamish.
" Since the appearance of the first gate, this place was built to research monsters and dungeons, and Kamish was the first monster brought here. Many high-class weapons were produced from Kamish's scales and bones. One of them is Kamish's Wrath which is currently owned by the Scavanger guild. "
After the manager's explanation ended, they finally arrived in a spacious room with dragon bones inside which were only separated by special thick glass.
Izuku who saw the scene in front of him couldn't hide his surprise. Not only the aura he felt from Kamish's body but also the amount of mana radiating from it even after so much time had passed.
" As you can see, this is Kamish's body which was able to kill 5 pioneer hunters at that time and was categorized as humanity's worst disaster. All the electrical energy used in this building was also produced from Kamish's mana crystal. "
While the manager was kindly explaining things to Izuku, Adam stood next to him and talked to him.
" Are you satisfied now Hunter Izuku? "
Izuku, who was focused on Kamish's body, ignored Adam's question and instead told him to step back. In response to this, Adam could only stare at Izuku's back as he walked closer to the glass blocking Kamish's body.
There was clear concern within him. But what could he do since his superiors had already approved it? He could only stand there hoping something bad didn't happen.
' This is fine, isn't it, Chaiman? '
Ignoring the people behind him Izuku arrived in front of the glass. He then touched the thick layer of glass. Izuku could feel a large amount of mana swirling behind him.
The next moment, Izuku's mana began to rise and his body was covered in a kind of black aura, which made the atmosphere around Izuku tense.
" Arise!... "
After Izuku said his order the same black aura came out of Kamish's bones before finally disappearing.
Ring~
['Shadow Extraction' failed]
[Two more attempts left]
After seeing his failure notification, Izuku closed his eyes for a moment and took a deep breath before trying once more. Izuku once again focused his power on Kamish's corpse and once again said his order.
" Arise! "
The same aura once enveloped Kamish's body, but this time it was also accompanied by the appearance of a black dragon rising from the bone. His awakening was also accompanied by a loud roar that was enough to shake the entire building and shatter the lights there.
" Are you the one who called me, King of the Dead, Shadow Monarch? "
The sight of Kamish's dramatic awakening undoubtedly shocked and horrified the people behind Izuku. Not only was his body huge, but his intimidating aura was enough to make anyone tremble in fear.
" w-what, what the hell? "
" What's that...?! "
Hearing a commotion behind Izuku Kamish raised his head and saw several humans making a commotion because of it.
" human...
...human? "
Seeing that crowd of people, the anger embedded in Kamish's body once again surged.
" Humans... must die. I will... kill you all. "
He reached for the glass barrier in front of him and just with his physical strength a crack appeared on the glass surface. And the next moment the glass that had been enhanced by high-level hunter magic broke instantly.
Kamish, who was free, immediately prepared his breath attack to eliminate the humans in front of him. Seeing this, panic naturally occurred.
" Sir, we must evacuate immediately! "
" That's Kamish's breath! Do you think we'll be safe just by running away?! "
But before his attack was fully formed, Izuku spoke monarch language to stop it.
" Enough! The magic crystal embedded in your head was removed a long time ago. You don't need to obey the orders of the Rulers. "
Listening to Izuku's orders Kamish immediately calmed down and looked back at him, and after a moment of silence, he once again spoke.
" So this is what it feels like to submit to the Shadow Monarch "
Kamish narrowed his eyes for a moment, feeling a new euphoria implant in his soul. After being silent for a while, Kamish finally took a step forward and immediately bowed respectfully to Izuku.
" This lowly servant who once served the King of the Dragons pays respect to the new Monarch. "
" So you serve the king of the dragons? "
" That's right, my Lord. I serve the King of Berserk Dragons, The Monarch of Destruction. "
Izuku then approached him and touched the tip of Kamish's snout. He could feel Kamish's soul connected to him as well as the incredible rage he felt from him which was different from his other soldiers.
' I didn't know shadow soldiers could have such strong egos. This is on a completely different level from all the monsters I've encountered. I can tell he possessed incredible power '
While Izuku was talking with Kamish, the people behind Izuku became even more shocked by the scene in front of them.
" Is Hunter Izuku... speaking monster language just now? "
" I really can't believe what I just saw "
Especially those who witnessed the strange scene where Kamish, who is known as the greatest calamity, wagged his tail like a puppy meeting its owner.
Adam and the others felt complicated mixed feelings as they witnessed Kamish's absurd behavior that did not match his title.
Izuku who was watching Kamish's figure was lost in thought. So far he had met three of the nine Monarchs mentioned by the system, and added to that was Kamish who named himself as a subordinate of the Monarch of Destruction. While Izuku was busy with his thoughts, Kamish once again spoke which also immediately interrupted his thoughts.
" I'm sorry, my lord... I must bid farewell to you. "
" What? "
" It seems our meeting is far too late, my lord. "
Hearing what Kamish said, Izuku frantically called the system, but no matter what he did Kamish's body slowly began to disappear.
" I truly envy Your Majesty's soldiers who can serve you for all eternity. My lord, five humans borrow the power of the Rulers. Please be wary of them.
It has been my honor to be in the presence of my new king... "
Kamish's last words echoed in the room as his body disappeared which was also followed by a series of notifications appearing in front of Izuku.
Ring~
['Shadow Extraction' has failed]
[The target's shadow has returned to the void]
[Too much time has passed since the target's death. Further Extraction attempts will have no effect]
While staring at the remains of Kamish's shadow, Izuku thought and concluded. Even though it could be said that he suffered a loss this time, at least he learned one thing regarding his strength.
' so even the power of the Shadow Monarch cannot resist the passage of time '
Since he no longer has business here, Izuku turned around and walked over to Adam White who seemed to have a surprised and confused expression on his face.
" Sorry for the damage I caused, for the repair costs, please send them directly to me, I will pay as much as I can. "
" Ah, yes, of course... "
Izuku walked past Adam and the building manager who were still frozen in their place. Adam briefly exchanged glances with the manager before looking away again because they heard the sound of something being crushed. And when they turned around, they found one of the large iron pillars that was dented with Izuku's hand lodged there.
Seeing his reaction like that, Adam seemed to be able to guess how upset Izuku was and decided to keep his mouth shut, the same thing went for the building manager.
After finishing his business with Adam, Izuku immediately returned to the hotel and went straight to his room. In the room, he just lay there staring blankly at the ceiling. He pondered for a moment, wondering why he was so emotional today which was unlike his usual self.
Usually, Izuku has good self-control, but it seems like his control is faltering due to excessive stress, making him quick to get angry at the slightest annoyance. Unexpectedly the level of mental exhaustion affected him more than he thought.
Realizing this, Izuku knew if he just kept quiet he might go insane. Feeling that there would be no difference just lying down, Izuku decided to take a short walk outside while he cleared his mind.
Izuku then immediately got out of bed and took his jacket before walking out of his room. Just as Izuku opened the door, he was surprised to see Ichirou who was already there.
" oh! Izuku, are you going out? "
" Yeah, that's how it is "
" I see, but what's wrong with your face? "
" w-what's wrong with my face? "
Feeling like he had been found out, Izuku stiffened for a moment. Seeing this Ichirou just laughed.
" Nothing, I'm just teasing you. Alright then have fun. "
" U-um, yes "
After confirming Izuku's condition, Ichirou left him and returned to his room to rest. Although somewhat confused by his sudden appearance, Izuku stared blankly at Ichirou's back before finally leaving.
Izuku left the hotel and walked around the hotel while hiding his presence. When we left it was still afternoon, and even though it was almost dark, the excitement of I-Island was still alive with many attractions and shows being displayed in several areas.
Even though there were many people gathered there, Izuku didn't seem bothered by their presence and just walked aimlessly. While he was walking around, he accidentally bumped into a little girl which made her fall too. Seeing the little girl, Izuku immediately stretched out his hand to help the girl while smiling kindly.
" Are you okay? "
Seeing the stranger in front of her, the girl was momentarily wary but quickly accepted Izuku's outstretched hand after seeing his friendly smile.
" Are you injured somewhere? "
The girl just shook her head. Seeing the girl who looked sad, Izuku then knelt to match her gaze with the little girl who looked only 6 years old.
" Why are you alone? Are you lost? "
" Yeah, I can't find my brothers "
The little girl looked like she would cry at any moment. Not having the heart to look at it, Izuku stroked the girl's head to calm her down.
" I see, then how about I help you find your brother? "
" Really? "
The girl's eyes immediately lit up hearing that Izuku was willing to help her. Seeing her attitude like that, Izuku couldn't help but smile. For a moment he forgot his bad mood to try to cheer up the little girl in front of him.
" um, of course "
The girl immediately nodded accepting Izuku's help. Seeing her positive response Izuku once again stretched out his hand and led her to walk.
" Ah! That's right, I forgot to introduce myself, my name is Izuku, may I know your name as well? "
" Lala, my name is Lala Soul "
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