Chapter 96: 6th Floor, Elven Forest


    [You have entered the 6th floor]


    As his darkened vision brightened, a dense forest spread in front of him.


    Indeed, it is one of the best vacation spots on the Tower of Trials.


    Cool air and warm sunlight. Above all, the beautiful natural scenery was breathtaking.


    Come down here! Barbecue and beer are all set up.


    I heard that the Cloud Cotton Candy on the 6th floor is so delicious. Shall we try that?


    Kuak. The town shop also sells a lot of pretty relics. If we dont use coins now, when should we use them?


    Firstly, most yers who came to the 6th floor came in pairs.


    It was a small break from the daily life of fighting while climbing up the tower.


    It was understandable to some extent that yers would want toze around the 6th floor.


    However


    ying and having fun can be der.


    The Elven Forest wasnt a ce where one yed around in nature. It was a ce of opportunity where you could acquire skills only obtainable here.


    Those who noticed that would only be a few.


    yers who really wanted to be strong would not just be enjoying this in the first ce.


    They would already be wandering through the forest to find elves.


    Then, should I start going too?


    Jin-hyuk passed the other yers and began to move deep into the forest.


    Around three hours away from the starting point, the forest besplicated.


    This was a kind of warning.


    Anyone coulde freely to this point, but beyond this was the realm of the elves, so do not approach any further.


    However, no matter howplex the arrangement of trees was, it was no use. It would be useless even if the trees moved and formed new terrain.


    Because Jin-hyuk had already learned how elves made their way through this forest.


    Hum.


    He took a deep breath and took all the scents in the air. The fresh smell of grass and the sweet scent of fruit were conveyed to him as they were.


    Of course, the most crucial scent here was the scent of the earth. Jin-hyuk noticed the faint earthy smell that permeated the air.


    To the left.


    There was a subtly different scent on the left side, which made Jin-hyuk turn.


    The location of mushrooms, grass, and trees.


    Even after that, there was a fork in the road, but Jin-hyuk already knew which side to take and went deeper into the forest.


    And


    On a tree a little further away, a figure was watching everything. A race with short hair and pointed ears.


    An Elf. The ones who ruled this forest.


    How did a human know of this?


    Silvia, a ranger of the Elven vige, couldnt understand this situation. They had crafted several defenses to prevent humans from approaching, but it seemed like all of them were being bypassed?


    It is impossible to distinguish the smell of dirt if one hadnt lived for a long time in the forest.


    The locations of mushrooms and the grass shape were also things that no one who was not a forest dweller could know.


    Ordinary humans werent the kind of people to be interested in such things.


    How was a half-elf born without us knowing?


    She wouldnt have believed that he was a human if it wasnt for his appearance.


    Such was the extent of his ease in finding the path to their abode.


    At that moment.


    The human man had reached the front of the barrier.


    It did it! No matter how great this human is, it ends here.


    What was in front of him was a barrier made exclusively by the elves. It was impossible to escape if they entered the Illusion Barrier erected by the High Elves.


    They would inevitably be exhausted if they were trapped for a week amidst the countless illusions.


    And Silvias mission would end with her eliminating the unconscious human.


    But


    Ugh! This isnt something high elves should do. Ete Tamaros is passive. You need to use an active word. Tch tch. I dont know which elf did this, but it feels like they slept in the grammar ss. They could only disy 50% of the power the original barrier would disy.


    The human clicked his tongue while looking at the elven words carved on the wood.


    At the same time, he was even correcting the wrong parts using a stone from the ground.


    Silvias face became red.


    As an apprentice ranger, she had no choice but to get angry when someone made fun of the high elves.


    Just just what is that human?!


    Thankfully, there is a young elf here.


    Jin-hyuk smiled.


    From the moment he had reached the forest border, he had already noticed the elf following him along from the branches.


    Still, considering they are a race known to have good stealth in the forest, he acknowledged her skill.


    Thanks to that, he managed to grasp the elfs position.


    Iid out enough as bait


    This should make a solid first impression on his opponent. Now it was his turn to summon the opponent hiding behind him.


    Jin-hyuk opened the subspace inventory and took out the ingredients and cooking utensils he had prepared.


    [Lv1 ''Restaurant of New World'' is activated.]


    This was a skill acquired when he traveled to various restaurants. This was the higher version of the skills he had received through Fusion.


    Jin-hyuks hand movements then changed. His skill as he sliced through the vegetables and fruits looked close to art.


    So beautiful.


    Silvia, who was on the tree, just stared at him.


    No..?


    She had forgotten to look around, but this scent was a unique dish.


    No doubt.


    That is meat.


    Silvia jumped down at once.


    How dare you cook meat in this sacred Elven Forest. What is this?!


    She shouted as she pulled back her bowstring.


    Her face was filled with anger and the intent of never forgiving this sinner.


    This is meat?


    Uh?


    This isnt meat.


    I saw it with my own eyes. You think I will believe you?


    If you cannot believe it,e closer and confirm it.


    No..


    Silvia approached Jin-hyuk cautiously but


    What?


    Her eyes shook. This thing smelled and looked like meat.


    Upon closer inspection, it wasnt meat. The dish was made using beans, nuts, and fresh vegetables.


    It is called soybean. On our side, it is getting a lot of attention as the next alternative food.


    Alternative food?


    It was a culinary field that was rapidly growing in recent years for reasons of healthiness, reducing pollution, and animal rights.


    In fact, the stock price of apany called Beyond Meat was listed as the highest-flying stock in March.


    Of course, it would charm the elves who hate meat.


    So he had prepared this.


    A special meal that will satisfy the most demanding of elves.


    Try it once. I shouldnt say this, but I am confident in my skills.


    It really isnt meat?


    I never y with food. I dont want to fight with elves. Why would I force you to eat meat which you dont like?


    Silvia lowered her bow at his words and ced a piece of soybean in her mouth with curious eyes.


    <em>Nom nom.</em>


    Her little mouth constantly moved, and at that moment


    What is this taste


    Silvia let out an exmation of surprise. She couldnt help it. This was her first time having such delicious food.


    So delicious.


    Soft beans and various vegetables were mixed to create a deep vor. It used a moderate amount of olive and had a savory, tangy taste.


    It was even finished with a specially prepared sauce. No matter how frugal most elves were, their appetites were bound to be stimted.


    [Affinity of 3rd ss ranger Silvia increases.]


    [''Silvia'' feels sorry for pointing her bow at you.]


    As her affinity rose, her feeling of regret was also conveyed.


    Everything was going as he nned, with a solid start to his rtionship with the elves.


    I am sorry, I didnt know that and


    Silvia bowed her head.


    It was because she couldnt bear her hasty conclusion. If her apology was epted, then the issue would end here.


    I am d the misunderstanding has been cleared up. It was also my fault for entering the realm of the elves in the first ce.


    Jin-hyuk deliberately added more weight to Silvias guilt. This should be good enough.


    No. This is my fault.


    Silvia shook her head.


    As an apology, I will do anything I can for you.


    Of course, she had to say this. That was why he was wearing the mask of an innocent man.


    Then Can I see the elven vige?


    Uh? Our vige?


    I am a sociology student, and I am writing a thesis about understanding the lives of other races. It will be a precious memory for me if you give me the chance to enter a forbidden area to which humans do not have ess.


    A participatory observation.


    It was one of the main methods used by sociologists to understand the cultures and traditions of others.


    [Lv4 Communion is activated.]


    Jin-hyuk secretly used his ability.


    It was a growth-type skill he had used several times to make a strong bond and a sense of familiarity with new and unknown people.


    And the effect was immediate.


    Silvia, who had looked shocked at a human who wanted to visit her vige, nodded her head.


    Ah! For real. In a week there is a festival in our vige. The elders and vige elves will like it very much if they can taste this delicious bean meat.


    In one week


    Right on schedule.


    Okay. Then I wille back here in a week.


    Yes. I understand.


    Silvia, who was about to send Jin-hyuk away, hurriedly shouted as if she thought of something.


    Ah. Your name?


    Kang Jin-hyuk.


    Dont make a mistake, and remember it carefully.


    Not Captain Teemo but Kang Jin-hyuk.


    I am Silvia, a ranger of the elves.


    Silvia also formally introduced herself.


    If she was a 3rd rate ranger, then it meant she was a low elf.


    Silvia. Remember me. The next time Ie, I will bring delicious stuff.


    Yes! I look forward to it!


    After he said that, Jin-hyuk began to move away.


    At that moment.


    <em>Woong!</em>


    A status window popped up.


    [You are receiving a video call from yer Kim Gitae.]


    It was Kim Gitae.


    Looks like everything is ready.


    It wouldnt have been easy to gather materials to reopen thebyrinth, and it seemed like he finished it quickly.


    It must mean that they are in a hurry. Jin-hyuk epted the call.


    Hello, yer Kang Jin-hyuk. I have something to tell you. Can you spare me a moment?


    You dont have to beat around the bush. Just tell me the ce and time.


    Sure. We are meeting in an hour at Melta Hill on the 3rd floor. If you tell me the coordinates of where you are, we will send a mage-type yer and move you through space.


    This was the chance for him to get the first job task and a hidden reward simultaneously.


    Finally, the time hase to begin the raid on the Gray Temple.