A Nice Count

Baron Jochen who carried Mortis over his shoulders went to the Count and the other nobles which surprised many of them except those who realized that he was the one who jumped over the boss and gave him the rest. The Count was a middle-aged man who was slim and looked more like a scholar than a warrior, which was not surprising since he is a mage who was interested in the young man on Jochen's shoulder, but they wanted to discuss everything in the Count's tent first.

On the way to the tent, some adventurers stood in front of the nobles and stopped them while Merlin asked the Count if everything was all right with Mortis, he and many were worried about him, some because they loved him, others were afraid for the mending potions. Jochen told them that he was just exhausted and was happily surprised to see so many faces that were really happy that Mortis was alive.

Jochen wanted to go to another tent to put Mortis down, but the Count stopped him and said that he could put him in his bed, since he never used it anyway and doesn't plan to. After Mortis was put down the reports were collected and analyzed they also discussed how Mortis replaced the adventurer knights and took over the leadership one by one they also learned how he used Ice Cold to loot the corpses to supply the living and used the leather bearers more as support when they had no ranged attacks.

Jochen was proud while the count felt more and more respect about this boy man of little standing. William immediately said that Jochen knew the Young Man and that this Young Man had beaten his son, so William performed a little play about how much mental pain he and his son were in and that Jochen should pay for it since Mortis was in his service. The count simply waved him off and said. Don't make such a drama we all know that it doesn't bother you at all probably you want to hire the boy to beat up your son even more. Gotcha, but that's how steel hardens steel. William said and laughed out loud.

After the analysis and when all the reports were done and the count was finished they were quite satisfied, unfortunately a lot of citizens got caught again but to fill that up there will be a small money gift for the women who bring children into the world to increase the population so that in 20 years they will have enough fighters again.

Mortis opened his eyes and felt familiar with the scene. The next time you make an attack like that, you should change form afterward. Without a stomach, you can't throw up, and you still have 27 sp to distribute. Thank you for caring so much and flooding me with information when I barely have my eyes open, but just distribute everything in agility. Mortis said in his mind.

A servant stood next to Mortis to check on him when he noticed that Mortis was awake and immediately reported it to the count. When Mortis got up, he looked down and was happy that he still had his equipment on when Jochen came in and asked why he was smiling. Mortis turned to him and said." I was afraid that someone would come after me and my beautiful body when I was so injured, but it turned out all right".

You really always think badly of the world and that you are the prettiest creature under the firmament. Said Jochen slightly annoyed. "Under the sky no I'm the most beautiful thing ever but let's leave that thanks for catching me and I could wake up in such a great bed." Hmm at least you still know some courtesy well come along the count wants to see you and the other barons said Jochen and turned around.

Mortis followed and wondered what the count wanted from him, thinking of the young baron he had beaten but no matter how he saw it he would always beat him up again.

In front of the count Mortis made a small bow in order not to fall into disgrace, but after that he stood as usual and looked at the count standing with a swelling chest as if they were at eye level. The Count radiated leadership, but it was obvious that he was a learned man. Mortis looked more like a warrior who always has a sword in his hand and his aura was like a sharp cold blade. Some barons and knights thought that Mortis had no respect, but before anyone could say anything, the count stood up and offered Mortis his hand, which he took and calmed down a bit, realizing that the count seemed to be a nice man.

Sit down with us, after all it seems that you are the leader of the adventurers and I must say that to discipline this bunch in such a short time is something. Says the count proudly." That was no problem because of my charisma and since they realized that they could survive best with my plans it was foreseeable that they would follow me after all man is a pack animal and they would always follow someone who they thought would lead them through crises".

True words, but may I still ask why you beat up Baron William's son? Asked the count. "Just imagine a minstrel arrives and thinks he can take your place. Would you allow that? I sent him away, but when this Delta male came back with reinforcements, I showed him his place.

In the tent it was quiet at first, then the whispering started and suddenly William jumped up. Good boy, I like you, I'll take you with me to Amber, it's more central anyway and from there you can go on adventures with my son, of course, so he can learn from you and I won't take no for an answer. William said with sparks in his eyes and a certain passion in his voice.

"I can do that, but first I have to go with my wife to some dungeons to make her stronger, then I can come to you in Amber". What do you mean you want to go to dungeons with your wife? Is she also an adventurer? Asked the Baron very curiously. "Yes, she has become a priestess and she has to become stronger before I will go to Amber with her.

The Baron nodded in understanding, but even if he didn't say anything now, it still wasn't over for him, but he let it rest for now. After that Mortis said goodbye and went out of the tent with the excuse that he still had something to discuss with his troop. When Mortis was seen by the adventurers they rushed to him and were happy to see him then they lined up to receive the potions Mortis actually did not know exactly how to judge them so he called the small group leaders to him and divided among them the potions.

They were to distribute the potions to whoever they thought was the most obedient and whoever was the best performer among the tanks, he gave it to someone who looked trustworthy, then Mortis watched as the potions were distributed fairly so that there would be no stress for the group leaders. There were already many small potions but not so many that everyone could get one but even if one didn't get one everyone remained friendly after all they were still inspired to survive the battle.

Merlin went to Mortis to talk to him and express his joy that nothing bad had happened to Mortis. Mortis smiled at him and patted Merlin on the shoulder then said. "I don't have much time, but when we go back to Bayreuth we can talk, I have some questions for you anyway. Well, that's a promise, I also have to burn corpses and help clean up the battlefield so that the dead don't rise or spread disease. Said Merlin.

When Mortis arrived at the tent he saw the nobles having a glass of wine, he was just about to leave because he doesn't drink alcohol himself but he was grabbed by the collar and pulled inside by Jochen. The crowd cheered and laughed. It is as you said. Said the count laughing. Yes, he doesn't like alcohol, so I knew he would try to escape," said Jochen with a smile.

The Count got up, handed Mortis the wine and said. Tomorrow when we go back to Bayreuth there will be a huge party so sit down and enjoy it after all you were the one who defeated the boss so you can have a little glow with us.

The count raised his goblet and roared. To the adventurer general. To the General, the others also roared and took a big sip from their cups and goblets. ° title acquired adventurer general. On the battlefield, the titleholder receives 10% on all values, his entourage 3%.

Mortis didn't know whether to laugh or cry, as it seems he only gets titles when they are officially awarded to him. But at least he had one now and so he was really happy that he now knew how to get it.

Shortly before sunrise, all the corpses were removed, the nobles were drunk and the battlefield became quiet as they were all asleep. But not for long so about 10 o'clock all were awakened then the tents were dismantled and packed on carriages after all they wanted to be back in the city before sunset.

Around noon all were ready and marched off even if they were all tired and had no desire not even a bard played a song because everyone has only pain and wants to sleep at least the normal people the nobles sat in carriages and continued to sleep off their intoxication after all they must be fit in the evening again because the next battle with alcohol was pending after all it belongs to the good tone to throw a party after such a victory.

Mortis also sat in a carriage with Merlin sitting next to him and they talked. Merlin told that he was born in this world and that his parents live in Bayreuth. Then they found out that they come from the same time which surprised Mortis because Merlin arrived here about 15 years before. Then Merlin told them that his system is the system of the Space Mage." If you can open a gateway to Earth, let me know, I'd love some good food and music." I can play the guitar if you want, I can play something for you at home. Said Merlin. "I can play the piano but I meant for the road like a walkman or mp3 player but we can look at what we remember and make some money that way."

Mortis Level 39 Reaper

Strength 106, Agility 152, Int 38, Vitality 60, Stamina 60, Mana 60, Charisma 50

Souls. 15891