Lord of Entertainment-Chapter 277: Influence

(3rd Person POV)

The release of the HKD quickly became the center of attention across the Horn Kingdom, drawing widespread media coverage and public debate.

It wasn't just because it was the first local currency to be issued since the shift away from the Global Dollar—but because of its peculiar and unexpected design.

At markets, shops, and even local taverns, murmurs of confusion and intrigue spread among the people.

"I thought the new bills would feature the king and queen's portraits... but I don't see them anywhere on this."

Similar sentiments echoed throughout the kingdom.

The confusion stemmed from the initial reports by major media outlets, which had speculated that the HKD design would follow tradition—featuring the current monarchs, much like how the Global Dollar bore the faces of Ancient Heroes—former kings and queens of legend.

Yet, when people finally saw the HKD for themselves, they were taken aback.

Not only were King Magnus and Queen Margaret absent from the bills, but no former monarchs of Horn Kingdom were included either.

And the most controversial detail?

The front of the bills seemed to heavily draw inspiration from Hellfire's most famous franchises.

But what truly set off the public discourse was the 100 HKD note—the highest denomination.

Instead of the imposing figure of King Magnus, the bill displayed the silhouette of an unfamiliar individual.

A silhouette that clearly did not belong to a demon king— the horns were not large and curved like those of the royal family.

Instead, they were small and sharp.

This detail didn't go unnoticed.

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Within hours, Hellbook—the Horn Kingdom's most active social media platform—erupted with discussion.

A single post ignited the debate, drawing hundreds of comments in mere minutes.

"The HKD doesn't feature our king, queen, or even the prime minister. But look at this! A ninja on the 1 HKD? A kid with a power pole on the 10 HKD?"

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Another post followed:

"These designs feel way too familiar... isn't this straight out of Hellfire's anime? Naruto and Dragon Ball?"

Confusion quickly turned to suspicion and outrage.

"Why is our government printing money with fictional characters? Is this even real?"

And then—someone made a shocking discovery.

A low-quality photo of a 100 HKD bill was posted side-by-side with the latest Forbes magazine cover featuring Arthur Pendragon.

The caption read simply:

"The silhouette on the 100 HKD... is Arthur Pendragon!"

The revelation spread like wildfire.

The post instantly gained hundreds of likes and was shared dozens of times within minutes.

Whether it was employees checking Hellbook on their work computers, students scrolling through posts at home, or casual users simply browsing—everyone saw it.

Within an hour, the discussion had already reached tens of thousands of people, spreading far faster than even mainstream media could report.

And when the official news outlets finally picked up the story, it was already old news to the citizens of Horn Kingdom.

To everyone's surprise, the major news sources had sourced their information directly from Hellbook posts.

As the story gained traction, public discussions shifted.

Now, people weren't just talking about the HKD's design—they were questioning why Arthur Pendragon was on the highest-value bill of Horn Kingdom's new currency.

"Why is a filmmaker on our money? He's not a king, not a noble, not a politician—so why?"

"This is ridiculous! Is he that influential?"

"Wait... was Arthur involved in printing our money?"

Soon after, the answer became clear.

Reports confirmed that Hellfire's technology had been used in the mass production of the HKD.

Which meant one thing—Arthur Pendragon had a direct hand in the currency's design.

The realization left many shaking their heads.

"His influence is growing every day... first entertainment, then technology, now even our money?"

One person summed it up best:

"Arthur Pendragon isn't just making movies anymore. He's shaping the world itself."

The Horn citizens were beginning to grasp the extent of Arthur's influence within the kingdom.

Many had assumed that the royal and noble families held absolute power, but now they weren't so sure.

They whispered among themselves, wondering how the monarchy would react.

But more importantly—how would the Wales Kingdom respond?

For centuries, the royal family of Wales had exerted influence over Horn Kingdom, maintaining a certain degree of control over its governance and policies.

And now, someone like Arthur Pendragon—an outsider, a filmmaker, a businessman—was shaping the very identity of the nation.

It was only a matter of time before the Wales monarchy stepped in.

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Meanwhile, deep within the Hellsing Organization's secret training facility, Yoda was imparting his teachings on the Force to Arthur, Sylwen, Lance, and the other members of Hellsing.

At first, they had been skeptical, struggling to comprehend an energy beyond magical power.

But as their training progressed, they began to feel it—the unseen energy field that bound all things together.

Lance was among the first to truly experience its power.

He could sense his own physical strength and speed improving, his movements sharper, faster, more fluid.

What surprised him most was his newfound ability to heal wounds at an accelerated rate—something that should have only been possible through healing magic.

And then came the real revelation.

With mere concentration, he was able to faintly move objects from a distance—without magic.

His mind reeled at the implications.

Meanwhile, Sylwen's abilities manifested differently.

Unlike Lance, she didn't excel in physical enhancement—but she had developed a heightened awareness of emotions, danger, and life forces nearby.

She could sense people's intent before they even acted.

She could feel the pulse of life in a room, detect hidden threats, and anticipate movements—all without even seeing them.

For someone who thrived in shadows, manipulation, and subterfuge, it was an ability beyond valuable.

And she wasn't the only one evolving.

Many within Hellsing were developing different aspects of the Force, enhancing their own combat skills, awareness, and control over their emotions.

Their respect for Yoda grew immensely.

None of them had ever expected such a small creature to possess so much power and wisdom.

And yet, every day, he proved himself worthy of being called "Master."

Beyond combat training, Yoda was also guiding another group—the Hellfire research division, led by Drake and Josh.

Unlike Arthur and Hellsing, their focus wasn't on the Force—it was on technology.

While Yoda was no scientist, his basic understanding of Star Wars technology, mechanics, and engineering was more than enough to revolutionize their research.

Within mere weeks, Drake, Josh, and their team had made unprecedented breakthroughs in aerospace engineering.

For the first time, they weren't just theorizing about flight within the atmosphere—they were dreaming of space travel.

And what shook them the most was how casually Yoda spoke about leaving the planet.

"Travel beyond this world, possible it is," Yoda had said during a discussion.

For Drake, Josh, and the rest of the research team, that single statement changed everything.

They had always dreamed of reaching the stars, believing that with mechanical and engineering advancements, it could one day be possible.

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Arthur had been preparing for the Star Wars project for weeks now, balancing it with his own Force training. Using Shadow Clones, he had been able to rapidly improve, far outpacing Sylwen, Lance, and the others.

His progress wasn't just talent—it was his overwhelming power as a demi-god.

He was on the verge of early god-level, fueled by the constant growth of his followers.

And as his power grew, so did his lifespan.

Originally estimated to be around 200 years, he now had no clear limit—as if he could live forever, barring any catastrophic event.

With each passing day, his strength cemented his belief—he had all the time in the world.

On May 25, 1275, Arthur turned 21 years old.

For an ordinary person, reaching a 200-year lifespan was already exceptional compared to his previous life on Earth. But now, with his ever-expanding lifespan and power, he could outlive generations.

At Hellfire Park, a grand celebration was underway.

Celebrities, politicians, businessmen, and even royalty had all gathered to attend his birthday.

It was almost unbelievable—a man of just 21 years holding this level of influence.

Even the international media had flocked to the event, covering it alongside local networks.

Arthur had invited them for a reason.